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Marta Kostyuk Sends Fans Into Frenzy With Blue Swimsuit Photo

Tennis star Marta Kostyuk is bringing the heat this season in more ways than one.

Kostyuk had an exceptional clay-court season, winning titles in Madrid and Rouen. She needed to defeat Mirra Andreeva, Linda Noskova and Jessica Pegula in order to secure her first WTA 1000 title. The talented Ukrainian then made it to the semifinals at Roland Garros for the first time in her career.

"A few years ago, reaching my first Grand Slam semi-final and not making the final would have felt very different. Of course, I'm disappointed. I wanted more. But I'm also leaving Paris with a feeling I haven't always had: appreciation for what this journey is becoming," Kostyuk wrote on Instagram.

"For a long time, I measured everything through results. Lately, I've been learning to appreciate the growth behind them, the people who share this path with me, and the opportunity to compete at the highest level. This tournament reminded me how different my relationship with the game feels today. My first Grand Slam semi-final. Thank you to my team, to everyone who supported me throughout these two weeks, and to everyone back home in Ukraine."

 Jun 2, 2026; Paris, France; Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine reacts during her match against Elina Svitolina of Ukraine on day 10 at Stade Roland Garros. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-Imagn Images
Jun 2, 2026; Paris, France; Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine reacts during her match against Elina Svitolina of Ukraine on day 10 at Stade Roland Garros. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-Imagn Images © Susan Mullane-Imagn Images.

Kostyuk, 23, will return to action very soon at Wimbledon. In the meantime, she's enjoying a well-deserved vacation in Greece.

On June 16, Kostyuk posted several swimsuit photos that had fans buzzing on Instagram.

"You're unbelievable Marta," one fan commented. "That's my favorite color."

"Stunning Marta," a second fan wrote.

"You deserve a vacay," another fan said.

"You're unbelievable Marta," an Instagram user added.

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Is Marta Kostyuk primed for a deep run at Wimbledon?

Even though Kostyuk has been exceptional this season, oddsmakers only have her at +3000 to win the title at Wimbledon. That's most likely due to her history on the grass.

Kostyuk hasn't made it past the third round at the All England Club, but perhaps this is the year for her to make a deep run.

Unfortunately for Kostyuk, she won't have much practice leading up to Wimbledon. She had to withdraw from the Queen's Club Championships due to an ankle injury.

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This story was originally published June 16, 2026 at 1:10 PM.

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