Marta Kostyuk

French Open 2023: 'It's OK if she hates me', Belarus' Sabalenka braces for heated clash against Ukrainian Kostyuk

World number two Sabalenka knows that Kostyuk, an outspoken critic of tennis authorities over their handling of players from Russia and Belarus will refuse to shake hands after their first round match at Roland Garros.

WTA ignoring Ukrainian players request for meeting, says Marta Kostyuk

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk says the WTA Tour has ignored a request for a meeting with players from the war-torn nation in the latest signs of the conflict-related tensions in women's tennis.

WATCH: Ukrainian tennis star beats Russian rival, breaks down, doesn't shake hands

The 52nd-ranked Ms Kostyuk said in the emotional post-match interview: "Being in the position that I am in right now, it's extremely special to achieve this title. I want to dedicate this title to Ukraine and to everyone who is currently battling and dying”

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk dedicates first title to war victims

Marta Kostyuk has been outspoken about the tennis world's response to the Russian invasion of her homeland, saying anti-war platitudes weren't enough.

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk 'very upset' by actions of Novak Djokovic's father

Kostyuk, whose country was invaded by Russia last year, said she was surprised and hurt to see Russian flags in the stands and around the tournament despite the ban on them.

US Open: Marta Kostyuk defends racquet touch after Victoria Azarenka loss

Kostyuk was dumped out of the tournament by Azarenka in a 6-2, 6-3 loss in a match played against a backdrop of acrimony over the war in Ukraine

US Open 2022: Victoria Azarenka, Marta Kostyuk set for Belarus-Ukraine clash

Azarenka and Kostyuk will face off against each other against the backdrop of simmering recent player tensions caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk slams global response to Russian invasion of her homeland

Kostyuk, who defeated Ukrainian-born Belgian Marina Zanevska in the first round of the Indian Wells WTA Masters, admitted that she thought about not taking the court at all over the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

Transylvania Open: Simona Halep cruises into final against Anett Kontaveit

Halep broke serve six times and saved the only break point she faced in her first service game of the match.

Transylvania Open: Marta Kostyuk thrashes Emma Raducanu, to face Simona Halep

Kostyuk, 19, will play her third semi-final of the season on Saturday, following Abu Dhabi in January and Istanbul in April.