Published 18:58 IST, June 3rd 2021

'I'm The Boss In The House': Elina Svitolina says fiance Gael Monfils has to listen to her

Speaking after her match against United States' Ann Li, Elina Svitolina said that Gael Monfils had to always listen to her as she was "the boss of the house."

Reported by: Vidit Dhawan
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While Gael Monfils may dictate terms during his matches on court, he certainly does t have luxury of doing same at home as revealed by his fiancee Elina Svitolina. tennis power couple anunced on ir social media handles that y would be tying kt sometime in July this year. Here is a look at Elina Svitolina French Open 2021 tournament results so far, and what Ukrainian had to say about her French boyfriend.

Elina Svitolina French Open 2021 results so far

Elina Svitolina's French Open 2021 tournament has gotten off to a great start as she has won both her opening games in straight sets. Svitolina beat France's Oceane Babel 6-2, 7-5 in first round before beating United States' Ann Li 6-0, 6-4 in next round. Ukrainian will w face Czech Republic's Barbora Krejčíková in third round.

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Elina Svitolina reveals she is boss of house

During post-match interview, Elina Svitolina t only reflected on her match against Ann Li but also spoke about an interesting topic. Ukrainian was asked about her fiance Gael Monfils and regarding ir views on tennis. Speaking of Monfils, Svitolina said, "He always has to agree with me because I’m boss in house." Such humour is exactly what makes tennis power couple a fan favourite.

Both Svitolina and Monfils have demonstrated interest in each or's matches as seen in earlier rounds. Ukrainian was seen sitting in Frenchman's camp after her first-round match and is expected to cheer her boyfriend for second round match as well. Monfils is currently playing his second-round match against Mikael Ymer. As things stand, Frenchman is currently losing 6-0, 2-6, 6-4, 2-0.

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Elina Svitolina reveals Gael Monfils' impact on her tennis and life

In an interview earlier in year, Elina Svitolina revealed how Gael Monfils has helped her become calmer. "I'm more open with my coach and also with Gaël about tennis and my feelings. This really changed, I think, for past, I don't kw, nine, 10 months. I just always love way that he pushes me to be better, and I also try to motivate him to be a better person, a better tennis player. I think this is way that it has to be, and you have to really support each or and push for better results," said Ukrainian.

18:58 IST, June 3rd 2021