Elina Svitolina
Elina Svitolina is one of the most consistent and decorated players of the modern era, a former world No. 3 with 19 WTA singles titles. The Ukrainian is among the finest clay-court players on tour — winner of three Italian Open titles and unbeaten in WTA clay-court finals — and a multiple Grand Slam semi-finalist.
Player Profile
| Full name | Elina Svitolina |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 12 September 1994 |
| Nationality | Ukrainian |
| Height | 5ft 9in / 174cm |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| Turned pro | 2010 |
| Highest ranking | World No. 3 |
| Grand Slam titles | 0 (multiple semi-finals) |
Current Ranking & Recent Form
| US Open 2026 | Second round: beat Solana Sierra 6-1, 6-2, meets Maya Joint next |
|---|---|
| Italian Open (Rome) 2026 | Championbeat Coco Gauff in the final for a third Rome title |
| French Open 2026 | Quarter-final |
| Australian Open 2026 | Semi-finalmaiden Melbourne semi-final |
| ASB Classic (Auckland) 2026 | Champion |
| Open de Rouen 2025 | Championfirst title in nearly two years |
Playing Style & Strengths
Svitolina's game is built on elite defensive movement, rally tolerance and the ability to redirect pace — a flatter, variety-based style that frustrates bigger hitters, especially on clay where her sliding and retrieval are at a premium.
Her mental resilience and fitness make her a difficult out in best-of-three, and she has rebuilt to a high level since returning from maternity leave.
Head-to-Head Records
| Opponent | Svitolina | Opp. | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iga Świątek | 3 | 4 | Last met in the Italian Open Rome May 2026 |
| Coco Gauff | 4 | 2 | Last met in the Italian Open Rome May 2026 |
Svitolina Betting Tips & Predictions
Svitolina is a strong each-way and outright value pick on clay, where her finals record is unmatched among active players. Her defensive game and rally tolerance make her a reliable deep-run selection at the bigger clay events.
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