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Khaleej Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Reluctant Monfils unleashes the magic in another five-set epic
Gael Monfils thrilled the Roland Garros crowd with his 12th five-set victory at the French Open on Tuesday before revealing that he does not enjoy having to dig himself out of deep holes at Grand Slams. The 4-6 3-6 6-1 7-6(4) 6-1 opening-round victory over Hugo Dellien was the third time the 38-year-old had come from two sets down to win a match at a major, but he bridled when it was suggested he played better when apparently down and out. "No, not stronger. I don't like such a situation," Monfils told reporters. "These are not situations that I like. Even less now. I can tell you because I'm not necessarily stronger. I always manage, but that's it." Tuesday's clash on Court Philippe-Chatrier was a classic of its type, with Monfils looking uncertain to even make it through the opening set after clattering into the courtside wall during the fifth point. A medical timeout to treat hand, knee and back injuries got him back on court but he still soon found himself two sets down to the Bolivian world number 90 and it was time to unleash the Monfils magic. "It's difficult to express. It's really magic," Monfils explained. "It's strange, but there's this point which was incredible for the match, this passing shot. I tried something. I thought I was going to lose the point. I thought this was over. I hit a winner. I had to dare. "That is magic. You go for it and, boom, you succeed." Monfils, whose best finish at his home Grand Slam was a run to the semifinals in 2008, registered his 40th win at Roland Garros with Tuesday's victory to match Yannick Noah's record for a Frenchman. "I won 40 times here?" said Monfils, who next faces fifth seed Jack Draper. "It means I've played for a long time, that's probably the reason why."
Asharq Al-Awsat
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Reluctant Monfils Unleashes the Magic in Another Five-Set Epic
Gael Monfils thrilled the Roland Garros crowd with his 12th five-set victory at the French Open on Tuesday before revealing that he does not enjoy having to dig himself out of deep holes at Grand Slams. The 4-6 3-6 6-1 7-6(4) 6-1 opening-round victory over Hugo Dellien was the third time the 38-year-old had come from two sets down to win a match at a major, but he bridled when it was suggested he played better when apparently down and out. "No, not stronger. I don't like such a situation," Monfils told reporters. "These are not situations that I like. Even less now. I can tell you because I'm not necessarily stronger. I always manage, but that's it." Tuesday's clash on Court Philippe-Chatrier was a classic of its type, with Monfils looking uncertain to even make it through the opening set after clattering into the courtside wall during the fifth point. A medical timeout to treat hand, knee and back injuries got him back on court but he still soon found himself two sets down to the Bolivian world number 90 and it was time to unleash the Monfils magic. "It's difficult to express. It's really magic," Monfils explained. "It's strange, but there's this point which was incredible for the match, this passing shot. I tried something. I thought I was going to lose the point. I thought this was over. I hit a winner. I had to dare. "That is magic. You go for it and, boom, you succeed." Monfils, whose best finish at his home Grand Slam was a run to the semi-finals in 2008, registered his 40th win at Roland Garros with Tuesday's victory to match Yannick Noah's record for a Frenchman. "I won 40 times here?" said Monfils, who next faces fifth seed Jack Draper. "It means I've played for a long time, that's probably the reason why."
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
French Open: 38-yr-old Gael Monfils makes history, surpasses Stan Wawrinka with 5-set win over Hugo Dellien
13-time ATP singles title holder Gael Monfils has shown that age is just a number at the French Open 2025. The 38-year-old Tennis player pulled off a comeback for the ages against Hugo Dellien in the Round of 128. The veteran Monfils had lost the first two sets 4-6 and 4-3, respectively, and looked out of the game. However, he didn't give up and dominantly raised his game. He won the third set 6-1, pulling the game from under the rug. The fourth set was quite the thriller, ending up in a tie-break. Gael Monfils' experience came into play as the veteran remained calm and won the fourth set, tying the game score. After that, he put up yet another dominant performance in the fifth set to win it 6-1 against the 90th-ranked Hugo Dellien. Gael Monfils writes his name in the history books of the ATP Gael Monfils' stunning comeback earned him a place in the history books of professional tennis competition. With the win over Hugo Dellien, the 42nd-ranked veteran became the first player in the competition's history to win 12 five-setters in a men's singles match at the Roland Garros during the ongoing "Open Era". GAEL MONFILS DOING THIS AT 38 YEARS OF AGETHE SHOWMAN NEVER FAILS TO DELIVER Monfils and Stan Wawrinka were positioned together in the French Open with 11 five-setter wins. The win over Hugo Dellien helped the 38-year-old create history and go past Stan Wawrinka. Additionally, this was Gael Monfils' 40th win at the French Open tournament, tying with Yannick Noah's record for most wins by a French player in the competition. 'For me is the belief, the belief of myself", says Gael Monfils after the win against Hugo Dellien The match started shakily for the veteran, having suffered an early injury scare that made the crowd silent, but Monfils was determined to showcase his skills at his home tournament. From losing consecutive sets to winning the match, the former title holder defied all odds to break records and create history. In the post-match press conference, he shared his thoughts on the win and the record. 'I won 40 times here? It means I've played for a long time. That's probably the reason why," he added. Gael Monfils:'I knew the match was over the moment I made that pass at 2-2 in the fourth set tiebreak' 🥶🥶 He also talked about his determination to play at the top level in the final years of his professional career. Gael Monfils said, 'For me is the belief, the belief of myself. I know in Roland Garros is a little bit different, so I even push more,'.
Straits Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Reluctant Monfils unleashes the magic in another five-set epic
Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 27, 2025 Bolivia's Hugo Dellien in action during his first round match against France's Gael Monfils. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 27, 2025 Bolivia's Hugo Dellien in action during his first round match against France's Gael Monfils. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 27, 2025 France's Gael Monfils in action during his first round match against Bolivia's Hugo Dellien. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 27, 2025 France's Gael Monfils in action during his first round match against Bolivia's Hugo Dellien. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 27, 2025 France's Gael Monfils in action during his first round match against Bolivia's Hugo Dellien. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner PARIS - Gael Monfils thrilled the Roland Garros crowd with his 12th five-set victory at the French Open on Tuesday before revealing that he does not enjoy having to dig himself out of deep holes at Grand Slams. The 4-6 3-6 6-1 7-6(4) 6-1 opening-round victory over Hugo Dellien was the third time the 38-year-old had come from two sets down to win a match at a major, but he bridled when it was suggested he played better when apparently down and out. "No, not stronger. I don't like such a situation," Monfils told reporters. "These are not situations that I like. Even less now. I can tell you because I'm not necessarily stronger. I always manage, but that's it." Tuesday's clash on Court Philippe-Chatrier was a classic of its type, with Monfils looking uncertain to even make it through the opening set after clattering into the courtside wall during the fifth point. A medical timeout to treat hand, knee and back injuries got him back on court but he still soon found himself two sets down to the Bolivian world number 90 and it was time to unleash the Monfils magic. "It's difficult to express. It's really magic," Monfils explained. "It's strange, but there's this point which was incredible for the match, this passing shot. I tried something. I thought I was going to lose the point. I thought this was over. I hit a winner. I had to dare. "That is magic. You go for it and, boom, you succeed." Monfils, whose best finish at his home Grand Slam was a run to the semi-finals in 2008, registered his 40th win at Roland Garros with Tuesday's victory to match Yannick Noah's record for a Frenchman. "I won 40 times here?" said Monfils, who next faces fifth seed Jack Draper. "It means I've played for a long time, that's probably the reason why." REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Reuters
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Reuters
Reluctant Monfils unleashes the magic in another five-set epic
PARIS, May 28 (Reuters) - Gael Monfils thrilled the Roland Garros crowd with his 12th five-set victory at the French Open on Tuesday before revealing that he does not enjoy having to dig himself out of deep holes at Grand Slams. The 4-6 3-6 6-1 7-6(4) 6-1 opening-round victory over Hugo Dellien was the third time the 38-year-old had come from two sets down to win a match at a major, but he bridled when it was suggested he played better when apparently down and out. "No, not stronger. I don't like such a situation," Monfils told reporters. "These are not situations that I like. Even less now. I can tell you because I'm not necessarily stronger. I always manage, but that's it." Tuesday's clash on Court Philippe-Chatrier was a classic of its type, with Monfils looking uncertain to even make it through the opening set after clattering into the courtside wall during the fifth point. A medical timeout to treat hand, knee and back injuries got him back on court but he still soon found himself two sets down to the Bolivian world number 90 and it was time to unleash the Monfils magic. "It's difficult to express. It's really magic," Monfils explained. "It's strange, but there's this point which was incredible for the match, this passing shot. I tried something. I thought I was going to lose the point. I thought this was over. I hit a winner. I had to dare. "That is magic. You go for it and, boom, you succeed." Monfils, whose best finish at his home Grand Slam was a run to the semi-finals in 2008, registered his 40th win at Roland Garros with Tuesday's victory to match Yannick Noah's record for a Frenchman. "I won 40 times here?" said Monfils, who next faces fifth seed Jack Draper. "It means I've played for a long time, that's probably the reason why."
