Russia slams key Ukrainian cities as tennis star Kostyuk dedicates win to Ukrainian people
Russia has launched new attacks on key Ukrainian cities, while Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk dedicated her French Open win to her country's people.
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Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk advanced to her first Grand Slam semifinal at the French Open on June 2, 2026, defeating fellow Ukrainian Elina Svitolina in a historic all-Ukrainian quarterfinal match. Following her victory, Kostyuk emotionally dedicated the win to the Ukrainian people, highlighting a particularly challenging night for her homeland.
Her dedication came amidst a fresh wave of Russian attacks on key Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv, which occurred just hours before her match. These overnight strikes involved numerous missiles and drones, resulting in at least 18 fatalities and over 100 injuries across the country. Earlier in the tournament, a missile had reportedly struck close to Kostyuk's family home in Kyiv.
What each outlet emphasizes
- CNN: Russia slams key Ukrainian cities, Kostyuk dedicates historic French Open quarterfinal win to ‘the Ukrainian people’
- BBC: Putin remains uncompromising on Ukraine, public discourse on war changing in Russia?
- The Guardian: Ukraine war briefing: ‘Your country is killing other people’ – tennis star blasts Russian rivals, In-form Kostyuk sets up semi-final
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