Nearly two hours into her second quarter-final in as many grand slam tournaments back after maternity leave, Elina Svitolina had done everything right.
The world No. 1 is out of Wimbledon, and so is the top ranked American woman.
Unseeded Ukrainian Elina Svitolina stunned world No. 1 Iga ลwiฤ tek, winning 7-5 6-7 6-2 in a Center Court classic to reach the Wimbledon semifinals.
Ukrainian Elina Svitolina said Russia's invasion of her home country has made her stronger following her 7-5, 6-7 (5), 6-2 victory against Iga Swiatek.