Tennis power couple Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils split: Inside their joint net worth, career earnings and endorsements after five years of marriage

After five years of marriage, Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils broke up/ Image: Instagram Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils have built one of tennis’ most iconic relationships, establishing successful careers on opposite sides of the sport. Their marriage, which began in 2021, has now ended, with Svitolina announcing their split in an emotional Instagram post. The news brought renewed attention to their life together, including the fortune they had amassed over the years from touring, sponsorships and investments.

How tennis stars met, married and became parents

Although they crossed paths on the professional circuit, Monfils and Svitolina’s relationship began in 2018 when he invited her to join him and friends for drinks after she won the WTA Finals in Singapore. They began dating and later announced their engagement on 3 April 2021 on Instagram, which featured Svitolina’s three-stone emerald-cut ring against a snowy mountain backdrop.The couple married in July 2021 and welcomed their daughter Skaï the following year. Svitolina returned to competitive tennis not long after becoming a mother, balancing family life with the demands of the tour.Their careers continued to produce remarkable milestones together. In 2026, Svitolina won the ASB Classic women’s singles title in Auckland, matching Monfils’ men’s singles triumph in 2025 and becoming one of the few married couples to win singles titles at the same tournament in consecutive years.

Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils net worth and career earnings

The couple’s combined net worth in 2026 is estimated to be around $40-42 million, although these numbers have not been independently verified and should be considered estimates. Their wealth reflects long careers at the highest level, with prize money providing a significant foundation and endorsements adding to their earnings.Category
Elina Svitolina
Gaël Monfils
Combined
Estimated Net Worth (2026) $18-20M $20-22M $40-42M Grand Slam Titles000 Career Money $25M + $24.5M + $49.5M + Major EndorsementsWilson, Rolex, AdidasWilson, M Asics Phillips, Responsors Responsors Property, Business InterestsShared AssetsSvitolina has earned over $25 million in WTA prize money, while Monfils has collected over $24.4 million on the ATP Tour. Their endorsement portfolios have included established sports and luxury brands, with Svitolina associated with Wilson, Rolex and Adidas and Monfils with Wilson, Asics and other sponsors.

Endorsements, investments and wealth outside of tennis

Rewards were the main contributor to the couple’s estimated wealth, but sponsorships and commercial opportunities also contributed. Their visibility, distinctive playing styles and large social media followings have made them attractive to brands, while their careers have given them the opportunity to plan financially beyond tournament earnings.Neither has been widely associated with a growing business empire, although estimates provided list real estate and other business interests among their investments. News from 2025 also spoke of their support of a free community facility initiative worth around £3m, reflecting the philanthropic dimension of their public life.

Elina Svitolina of Ukraine, left, and Gael Monfils of France kiss after winning their mixed doubles match at the U.S. Open tennis championships Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Their financial position is not a public accounting of assets, liabilities or how assets and investments are divided. Thus, the combined estimate describes their reported wealth during the marriage, not a confirmed assessment of either person’s individual finances after separation.

Svitolina announces the end of their marriage

On Instagram, Svitolina described announcing the split as “the hardest thing I’ve ever had to share.” She said the psychological toll of the war in Ukraine has affected her mental and emotional well-being over the past year, bringing sleepless nights, self-doubt and a sense of losing herself.She also acknowledged Monfils’ support during this period, writing, “He never let go of my hand.” However, Svitolina said she needs to pursue personal healing outside of marriage, explaining: “No amount of love from someone else can win them back for you.”She made it clear that their commitment to their daughter does not end with the separation. “Our marriage is ending, but our family is not,” she wrote, adding that Skaï will remain their priority and asking the public to respect their privacy rather than assign blame.The announcement comes as Monfils prepares to retire from professional tennis. In October 2025, he announced on Instagram that the 2026 season would be his last and thanked those who supported him, including Svitolina, whom he called his “love, inspiration and strength”, and their daughter. He was reportedly listed as retired by the sports organization for drug testing and his career ended on October 5, 2026.Their marriage is now over, but the careers, earnings and family they built together remain a part of both players’ stories.