Ukrainian star fights back tears after missile almost hits family home

abc.net.au·Posted Mon 25 May 2026 at 8:43amMon 25 May 2026 at 8:43amMon 25 May 2026 at 8:43am
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This article documents human rights concerns or humanitarian issues using credible institutional sources. It is not considered a psychological operation.

This article is not considered a psychological operation. It reports on Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk's emotional first-round victory at the French Open, detailing how she learned that a missile had struck near her family's home in Ukraine just hours before her match. The article highlights her personal resilience, the ongoing impact of the war in Ukraine on athletes, and includes updates on other early match results and challenging tournament conditions due to high heat.

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