"Nothing wrong with hating to lose," wrote the 23-time major winner in support of her countrywoman.

"I don't try to do it on court in front of kids and things like that, but I do know I need to let out that emotion," she said after Tuesday's loss to Svitolina.

The Ukrainian, who’s now 10-0 on the year, will next face Aryna Sabalenka, who’s also 10-0 on the year.