Elina Svitolina has revealed she had goosebumps in her first match back and was happy with her performance despite losing in a match that lasted nearly three hours.
For her first game in 13 months and since becoming a mom, Svitolina put up a good fight but Yulia Putintseva managed to get the upper hand winning 6-7(3) 6-2 6-4 in the first Charleston Tournament Tour
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“I had goosebumps. The atmosphere was really very nice. It was so nice to see so many people, and they really encouraged me to get through the tough times.
It wasn’t easy physically for me today, but in the end I’m really happy with the way I played today. Now I see more clearly what I need to improve to be better.
I think I hit the ball well. I just need to work more on my physical condition. I believe a few little things here and there will help me to stay focused more consistently, to be present in the moment,” Svitolina said on Tennis Channel after the match.
Svitolina delivered a promising performance against Putintseva.
Even though Svitolina failed to win her first game, she put in a very promising performance which shows that the Ukrainian still has talent.
By winning a tight first set, Svitolina even saved a set point. Svitolina will now participate in two consecutive ITF tournaments. Next week, Svitolina will participate in an ITF tournament in Chiasso.
From April 17, Svitolina will also take part in an ITF tournament in Oeiras. Chiasso and Oeiras will be the perfect opportunity for Svitolina to pick up some victories and kick off his return to the front of the stage. It remains to be seen how Svitolina will fare in Chiasso and Oeiras.
