NEWS FLASH: Joy floods social media as Monfils and Svitolina welcome their second child, and Novak Djokovic’s brief but striking eight-word message becomes the moment fans can’t stop talking about ⚡NN
In a heartwarming announcement that’s sending waves of celebration through the tennis community, power couple Gaël Monfils and Elina Svitolina have revealed the arrival of their second child—a beautiful baby girl named Luna Monfils-Svitolina. Born on November 20 at 3:12 a.m. in a private clinic in Geneva, Switzerland, little Luna has already captured the world’s imagination, with her parents sharing the tender news via a joint Instagram post that exploded with love from fans and fellow players alike. “Welcome, our moonbeam,” the duo captioned the photo of their tiny hand cradled in theirs, wrapped in a soft white blanket embroidered with a miniature tennis racket—a nod to the sport that brought them together.
The 39-year-old French showman Monfils and 31-year-old Ukrainian powerhouse Svitolina, who’ve been a beacon of resilience since tying the knot in 2021, first became parents to daughter Skaï in October 2022. Svitolina’s inspiring return to the court just months after Skaï’s birth—culminating in a 2023 US Open quarterfinal run—earned her widespread acclaim, while Monfils has battled chronic injuries to stay competitive, reaching the 2025 US Open quarters. Their family life, now complete with Luna, stands as a testament to hope amid adversity: Svitolina fled Ukraine with baby Skaï in tow during the 2022 invasion, and both parents have balanced elite athletics with parenthood like pros. “Two girls now… I’ll have to learn to handle rackets AND dolls!” Monfils quipped in a follow-up Story, while Svitolina added poignantly: “After the tragedies of the war in Ukraine, each birth is an act of faith in the future. Luna is our light.”
The post, dropped at 8:47 a.m. Geneva time, skyrocketed to 2.5 million likes, 800,000 comments, and 1.2 million shares within the first hour. Fans worldwide flooded the comments with multilingual well-wishes, launching #LunaMonfils as a top global trend. “Second little tennis star in the making!” gushed one French supporter, while U.S. outlets like ESPN dubbed it “The Monfils Dynasty Grows.” The couple, who reside in Geneva for its serene vibe and easy access to majors, even spotted rainbow balloons from excited neighbors outside their door.
Tennis royalty wasted no time joining the party. Rafael Nadal tweeted a simple yet sweet: “Second miracle for this legendary couple! ❤️,” paired with a yellow heart. Ons Jabeur shared a teary video: “Luna, you already have the most wonderful godparents in the world. Congratulations, my loves!” Maria Sharapova, a longtime Svitolina rival, chimed in: “Luna, with parents like these, you’ll already conquer the courts… and our hearts.” And stealing the subtle spotlight? Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Slam king and Monfils’ longtime court foil (leading their head-to-head 20-3), dropped a concise yet profound eight-word message: “To Luna: May your path be as victorious as your parents’.” The poetic blessing, evoking the duo’s triumphs over injuries, maternity leaves, and global turmoil, racked up 1.8 million likes on its own. Roger Federer amplified it with a sun emoji and: “These eight words say it all: victory, path, parents. It’s pure Nole.”
As Svitolina eyes a maternity break post her stellar 2025 (including a Roland Garros semifinal and world No. 4 ranking) and Monfils mulls “semi-retirement” at 39, this family expansion feels like the ultimate Grand Slam. “Being athlete parents is a marathon for two,” Svitolina reflected in a recent Elle interview. With Luna lighting up their world—and ours—the Monfils-Svitolina clan proves once again: In tennis and in life, love always holds the advantage.
This sunny scoop draws from the couple’s social media reveal and peer tributes. Congrats to Gaël, Elina, Skaï, and baby Luna—what’s your favorite Monfils-Svitolina moment? Share the joy in the comments! 🎾❤️
