Elina Svitolina

Elina Svitolina is known for being Ukraine’s first tennis player to win an Olympian Bronze Medal during the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Currently ranking #29 in the WTA Tour ranks, Elina is a globally recognised tennis legend. As Founder of the Svitolina Foundation, Elina is determined to support the next generation of Ukrainian athletes by providing them with the conditions they require to thrive on the field. Now available to hire as a keynote speaker, Elina exemplifies the power of drive and determination in achieving high performance.

Playing tennis since she was merely 5 years old, it is no surprise Elina grew up to become a 17-time WTA Tour Single Title winner. However, this result is a sheer outcome of her determination to be one of the world’s best tennis players. Winning her first WTA Title at the Baku Cup as a teenager, Elina achieved her personal best ranking at #3 globally in 2017. This achievement made her the first Ukrainian woman to hold a Top 10 position – a matter of great pride. Named in the Forbes 30 Under 30 European list, Elina has been recognised for her incredible performances over the years.

In addition to the contributions she has made to improve Ukrainian sporting conditions in her capacity as Founder of the Svitolina Foundation, Elina has also been providing whatever support she can amidst the gruesome Ukraine-Russia war. This includes assisting athletes and their families to flee the war, offering mental health support programs, and grant support. In 2022, President Zelensky also invited Elina to become an Ambassador of United24 – the official fundraising platform of Ukraine. Elina was invited to speak about the importance of supporting Ukraine at the Ukraine House Davos program at the World Economic Forum.

As a prominent voice of Ukraine, Elina has taken to several international stages to speak about the injustice meted out on Ukrainians as a result of the war. She is also raising funds that are instrumental in restoring the educational and medical institutes that have been destroyed. A world-class tennis champion, Elina has also completed a degree to become a Nutritherapy Practitioner from the Alternative Medicine College of Canada. A prolific speaker with a purpose, Elina Svitolina is one of the most accomplished speakers you could hire for your next event. Hire Elina Svitolina today!