Svitolina wins the Heart Award for her performance in the Billie Jean King Cup.

Elina Svitolina received the Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge Heart Award

This award is presented to tennis players who stand out for their dignity, determination on the court, and dedication to the team during the Billie Jean King Cup matches. The winner is determined by fan voting.

Svitolina received 33% of the votes, allowing her to take first place, surpassing Bernarda Pera (27%), Sonya Kartal (20%), Victoria Mboko (13%), and Ena Shibahara (7%). This is the first such award in the career of the Ukrainian tennis player.

Open statement about Vladimir Putin

In addition, Elina Svitolina expressed her attitude toward Russian President Vladimir Putin. 'I feel hatred not only towards ruler Putin but also towards Russia. It's a very difficult feeling for me – a mixture of pain, anger, and sadness. It's all very deep. I am not sure I will ever change my mind. Until the end of my days, I will feel this. He has caused harm to Ukraine, our families, our people,' Elina stated.

The Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina not only received the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge Heart Award but also openly expressed her attitude toward Vladimir Putin, emphasizing her hatred not only towards him as an individual but also towards the actions he has taken against Ukraine. This demonstrates a deep sense of patriotism and loyalty to her country in the athlete.