Wimbledon: 'With me all the way ' - Tearful Elina Svitolina thanks Ukrainian people for support as SW19 dream ends

A tearful Elina Svitolina thanked the people of Ukraine for their “unbelievable” support after her remarkable Wimbledon run came to an end in the semi-finals. Svitolina’s astonishing march to the last four saw her take out Venus Williams, Elise Mertens, Sofia Kenin, Victoria Azarenka and world No. 1 Iga Swiatek.

Ad She only entered the tournament as a wild card, having returned to tennis three months ago following a period of maternity leave that saw her ranking drop to No. 76. WimbledonVondrousova blasts into Wimbledon final to end Svitolina's dream run6 HOURS AGO Her success was even more extraordinary coming in the backdrop of the awful conflict in her native Ukraine, but Marketa Vondrousova eventually ended Svitolina’s dream of a maiden Grand Slam title with a straight-sets win on Thursday.

After the match Svitolina was asked whether she felt the strength of Ukraine behind her during the Championships. «For sure,” she said. “I got a lot of messages from different people, and it is unbelievable that they have been there with me all the way and hopefully they continue.” Vondrousova blasts into Wimbledon final to end Svitolina's dream run Alcaraz hopes experience of Centre Court 'aura' can help him into Wimbledon final Jabeur downs Sabalenka with stunning comeback to return to Wimbledon final Svitolina was also hopeful that the increased coverage her run received in Ukraine could lead to more access and opportunities for the younger generation.