Svitolina: "When you play at the highest level with my style of play, you test your limits"

Elina Svitolina achieved a new victory at the Australian Open 2026, a triumph that raised some doubts in the Ukrainian player: "If I pushed myself to the limits to finish the year, if I really forced myself, I don't think I would even start the season playing in Australia, because I would be mentally exhausted. Physically, I'm not even sure it would be a good option, as I could get injured in this mental state. When you demand from yourself and play at the highest level with my style, you are really pushing the limits. For me, it was important to take a step back. I was saddened not to give myself the opportunity to reach the final or perhaps return to the top 10, but it was the right decision. Now I feel more rejuvenated. I am ready to face difficult situations in matches."

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