Tennis royalty Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina, known for their electrifying court presence, have recently been painting an endearing picture of their off-court life. The beloved pair, who first linked up in 2019, continue to win hearts with their candid banter and mutual support, epitomizing couple goals in the world of sports. Currently, both are competing in the Indian Wells Open in California, where they have been delighting fans with glimpses into their life together.
During a recent interview, Svitolina playfully jabbed at Monfils for his tardy morning routine. According to her, Monfils spends “40 minutes to get up from the bed” and then scrambles at the eleventh hour. Monfils, however, was quick to defend himself. He insisted that despite dressing quickly, his overall preparation is what takes time. In a jovial challenge to fans, Monfils encouraged them to watch his upcoming YouTube vlog to verify who among them is stretching the truth.
Amidst their delightful exchanges, the topic of screen time use also surfaced. Monfils admitted that Svitolina spends more time on her phone, but quickly added that his gaming habits even things out. The tennis star is a self-confessed ‘Call of Duty’ enthusiast. Svitolina, on the other hand, spends her screen time across her laptop and phone, describing them as being “equally bad with screens.” Despite her being “more social,” Monfils’s gaming habits have leveled the playing field, as per his own admission.
Earlier in the week, the couple also delved into a playful debate over who made the first move. Monfils humorously accepted the blame, aligning with the “happy wife, happy life” ethos. He advised the male viewers to pick their battles wisely and strive to keep their wives happy. This banter left both Svitolina and Monfils in fits of laughter, further endearing them to their fans.
The couple’s journey so far has been nothing short of a fairy tale. They started dating in 2019, got engaged in 2021, and tied the knot later that year. In May, they announced they were expecting their first child, and in October, their daughter Skai was born. Monfils, in a heartfelt statement, revealed that his dream is not just about winning tennis tournaments, but about being blessed with a healthy, loving family.
The Monfils-Svitolina duo, both successful in their professional lives, continues to inspire their fans with their love, shared laughter, and joint victories, both on and off the court. Their current participation in the same tournament is a double treat for their fans, who can look forward to more heartwarming and entertaining content from the couple. They truly are the embodiment of the adage, ‘love conquers all.’
