Elina Svitolina, a Ukrainian player, secures her spot in the quarterfinals at the Roland-Garros 2025 tournament by overcoming three match points against Jasmine Paolini, the current finalist.
Vibing in the Quarter-Finals Again! 🎾
For the fifth time since 2015, Elina Svitolina is gearing up for a quarter-final showdown at Roland-Garros! This badass Ukrainian tennis pro brought home the win against Jasmine Paolini on June 1st, crushing her 6-4, 7-6, 6-1. "I can barely believe it! This match was a beast. Jasmine wasOn FIRE. I seized every little opportunity I found in the second set 'cause I knew it'd be a matter of winning or losing on a single point," Elina dishes post-match.
The Italian juggernaut, rated no. 4 worldwide, kicked things off on the Philippe-Chatrier court like a boss, claiming the first set at 6-4. The set, wrapped up in 54 minutes, was more technique than tension, with Jasmine proving the sharper, more creative player. Elina ran into a bit of trouble with her serve, delivering a meh 56% success rate on first serves. Both competitors racked up the unforced errors like it was going out of style.
But let's face it, Elina wasn't about to be walked all over. She held her own under pressure against one fast and furious Jasmine Paolini on that clay. "I kept cool until the very last point," Elina explained in her post-match interview. She was a whisker away from seeing her Roland-Garros dreams s thunderous three match points did whatever they could to turn on her, but thankfully for Elina, the match was finally decided on one of her own points.
The crowd - who have a soft spot for Elina, thanks to her hubby Gael Monfils being a fan fave among the French 🇫🇷 - roared their support for the underdog.
The Quarter-Final Ceiling can Suck it! 💔
Jasmine, fresh from her Rome WTA 1000 tournament win and a hot favorite for the Suzanne-Lenglen Cup, suddenly decided her mojo had taken a vacation. She cooled off, unable to find solutions, and kept dumping opportunities like they were yesterday's news as Elina became more and more aggressive.
In the next round, Elina will square off against the winner of the Iga Swiatek vs Elena Rybakina clash. At 30, Elina has a shot at her finest career result at Roland-Garros, having never ventured beyond the quarter-finals.
Elina's Roland-Garros History 🏆
Elina's got a rollercoaster history at the French Open, peppered with triumphs and tribulations. Here are a few of her career highlights:
- Quarterfinals: Elina has graced the quarterfinals at Roland-Garros five times, with her most recent victory coming in 2025[2][5].
- Post-Maternity Leave: Elina upped her game after returning from maternity leave, embracing a more aggressive playstyle that's fueled her performances[3].
- Quarter-Final Opponents and Results: In the 2025 French Open, Elina went head-to-head with either Iga Swiatek or Elena Rybakina in the quarterfinals, following her win over Jasmine Paolini[2].
- Historical Troubles: Elina's previous quarterfinal bids didn't bring a wealth of information on all opponents. However, she's got a bit of a reputation for choking when it comes to advancing past the quarterfinals at Roland-Garros, going 0-4 in this stage[5].
- Notable Matches: Elina's recent win over Jasmine was a game-changer, with her saving three match points to make it to the quarterfinals[2][5]. She's also turned in winning performances post-maternity leave, employing a more aggressive playstyle that's boosted her overall court performance[3].
Sources:1. WWOS2. Sportskeeda3. Tennis World USA4. Tennis Analytics5. Blumer Tennis6. ESPN
Engaging in a clash with French origins, Elina Svitolina's quest in the sports world extends beyond tennis. In the upcoming games, she may face off against a formidable opponent, hailing from Poland, in a contest reminiscent of the French Open's fiery court rivals.
