Kostyuk dedicates historic win to Ukraine
Summary
Marta Kostyuk became the first Ukrainian woman in the Open era to reach the French Open singles semi-finals. She dedicated her win against Elina Svitolina to Ukraine, amid the ongoing conflict and recent attacks in her home country.Key Facts
- Marta Kostyuk, aged 23, won her French Open quarter-final match against fellow Ukrainian Elina Svitolina.
- This was the first time in history that two Ukrainian women played each other at this stage of a major tennis tournament.
- Kostyuk is the first Ukrainian woman to reach the French Open semi-finals since the Open era began.
- The match took place shortly after a missile and drone attack caused deaths in Ukraine.
- Kostyuk expressed her emotions and dedication of the match to people affected in Ukraine, especially in Kyiv.
- She praised Svitolina for her impact on Ukrainian tennis and as a personal inspiration.
- Kostyuk will face Russian player Mirra Andreeva for a spot in the final.
- She is currently on a 17-match winning streak on clay courts this season.
- Ukrainian flags were waved by the crowd in support during the match.
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