WATCH: Husband & wife Gael Monfils, Elina Svitolina's Indian Wells 2025 practice session delights fans with playful chemistry

The recent practice session at the Indian Wells 2025 featuring Gael Monfils and his wife, Elina Svitolina, has captured the hearts of tennis fans all over the world. The adorable display of teamwork and camaraderie showcases the unique bond between the couple, both of whom are accomplished tennis players.

Monfils, known for his athleticism and showmanship on the court, has a remarkable career, including becoming the oldest champion on the ATP tour in 2025. On the other hand, former world number three Svitolina has also enjoyed significant success in her elite career, making their partnership both on and off the court.

Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils blend intense training with sweet moments

This practice session, which took place ahead of their respective matches at the BNP Paribas Open, highlighted the chemistry and mutual support as they gear up to face their opponents in tournaments. The practice session at Indian Wells not only showcased a glimpse into their professional lives but also underscored their connection.

Notably, the two-star players who announced their relationship in 2019 and tied the knot in 2021 have been very open about their love and support for each other. Their collaboration on the court showcases how they can seamlessly transition from being partners in life to competitors in their sport.

The video also highlighted their dedication to their crafts, as they worked together to fine-tune theirs ahead of their games.

Watch the video here:

Practice partners 💍🥹@ElinaSvitolina and @Gael_Monfils 💚 pic.twitter.com/N5yVAW0Md9

— Tennis Channel (@TennisChannel) March 3, 2025

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"Win? No. To be honest with you, it's not even a dream to win the tournament. My dream is to be old and with a lot of kids and healthy. That's your dream I guess, for me to win a Slam. I'll tell you my dream, my dream is to have an unbelievable family. Tennis is cool, you know. Of course, you want to have a goal and dream, whatever, but my dream is out there. I hope to be able to create memories like that with my family watching on at that age. It’s really special and unheard of in any sport," Gael Monfils said.

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