Elina Svitolina highlighted the power of inspiration across generations as her daughter Skai admired a statue of tennis legend Billie Jean King at Madame Tussauds in New York.
Highlights:
- Elina Svitolina visits Madame Tussauds New York with daughter Skai.
- Skai pictured looking up at Billie Jean King’s wax figure holding Wimbledon trophy.
- Svitolina captions it: “Inspiration for many @billiejeanking 😊.”
- Billie Jean King celebrated for 39 Grand Slam titles and founding the WTA.
As she prepares for the US Open, Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina offered fans a touching glimpse into her family life with husband Gael Monfils and their daughter Skai. Born in October 2022, Skai is already being introduced to tennis icons who paved the way for future generations.
On Monday, Svitolina shared a photo from Madame Tussauds in New York, where little Skai was captured gazing up at the wax figure of Billie Jean King proudly holding the Wimbledon trophy. The Ukrainian star captioned the moment: “Inspiration for many @billiejeanking 😊.”
The statue honors Billie Jean King’s remarkable legacy, highlighting her 39 Grand Slam victories and six Wimbledon singles titles. Beyond her dominance on the court, she is revered for founding the Women’s Tennis Association in 1973—a groundbreaking step that revolutionized opportunities and recognition for women in tennis across the globe.
For Svitolina, the moment symbolized more than just a family outing—it reflected the importance of passing on values of inspiration, equality, and determination to the next generation.
