Monfils named captain of France's Davis Cup team French tennis supremos on Saturday anointed former world number four Gaël Monfils captain of the country's men's national team. Radio France Internationale · Nov 7
Retired tennis star Gaël Monfils named captain of France's Davis Cup team Recently retired tennis player Gaël Monfils was named captain of the French Davis Cup team, the country's tennis federation announced Saturday. France will next take part in the Davis Cup in February 2027 after having failed to qualify for this year's finals in Bologna. France 24 · Nov 7
Elina Svitolina Reveals Sleepless Nights and Inner Battles as She Announces Gaël Monfils Split Elina Svitolina has announced her separation from Gaël Monfils, citing personal struggles, sleepless nights and a need to rediscover her identity while emphasising their shared commitment to daughter Skai. International Business Times UK · Oct 20
Gaël Monfils and Elina Svitolina announce separation as Ukrainian tennis star opens up about the toll of Russia’s war on her life, marriage and family Elina Svitolina has publicly addressed the emotional impact of the war in Ukraine on her personal life. After difficult contemplation, she announced her separation from French tennis player Gaël Monfils. Svitolina expressed a need to rediscover herself outside their marriage for her well-being. Despite this change, she emphasized that their… The Economic Times · Oct 19
Tennis Mailbag: A Cloud Hangs Over Alexander Zverev’s Breakout Season The sport still doesn’t know how to handle the two-time major winner and the allegations made against him. Sports Illustrated · Sep 16
Tiafoe v Shelton US Open semi-final a legacy of the departing Gaël Monfils Veteran Frenchman bowed out in New York but the clash of two black players in the last four of the men’s singles is testament to his effect The Guardian - UK · Sep 10
Tennis Mailbag: Which American Players Could Win It All at the U.S. Open? The state of American tennis has been on full display at Flushing Meadows. Plus, the U.S. Open’s Kalshi deal and more from New York. Sports Illustrated · Sep 9
Gaël Monfils takes final grand slam bow after US Open defeat to Learner Tien The French showman’s 22-year grand slam career ended in a 6-3, 6-4, 6-3 defeat to 20-year-old American Learner Tien The Guardian - US · Sep 4
Serena Williams thrills New York crowd on US Open return with Carlos Alcaraz Former women’s No 1 proves she’s no nostalgia act before star pairing crash out in mixed doubles quarter-finals The Guardian - US · Aug 25
10 Photos of Gael Monfils: Tennis Player's Emotional French Open Farewell Reduces Wife Elina Svitolina to Tears Gael Monfils played his final French Open match, losing to Hugo Gaston. The emotional farewell included tributes from fans and fellow players, marking the end of an era in French tennis. International Business Times UK · May 26
Gaël Monfils out in first round of final French Open appearance Gaël Monfils played the final match of his career at Roland Garros. He lost in five sets to fellow Frenchman Hugo Gaston (6-2, 6-3, 3-6, 2-6, 6-0). France 24 · May 26
Monfils farewell at Roland Garros marks end of an era for French tennis Veteran French showman Gaël Monfils bid an emotional farewell to the French Open on Monday, fighting back from two sets down before falling in five to fellow Frenchman Hugo Gaston in the first round of his final appearance at Roland Garros. Monfils is the last of the "Four Musketeers", after… France 24 · May 25
Gaël Monfils Takes Final Bow at Roland Garros The French showman, known for his entertaining flair, played his last act at the French Open. Sports Illustrated · May 25
Home favourite Gaël Monfils bows out of French Open for last time after 21 years of thrills Gaël Monfils, who is retiring at the end of the season, was beaten 6-2, 6-3, 3-6, 2-6, 6-0 by Hugo Gaston in the first round of the French Open The Guardian - UK · May 25
France 24 · May 24 No Alcaraz, no party? Five reasons not to miss this year’s French Open There will be no repeat of last year’s epic, see-sawing final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner at the French Open this year, with the Spanish title holder nursing an injury. But there is still plenty to look forward to on the Paris clay, from a Ukrainian duo aiming for…
Radio France Internationale · Apr 6 French tennis star Monfils makes history at Monte Carlo Masters Gaël Monfils will play his second round match at the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday against eighth seed Alexander Bublik boasting another line on an illustrious CV as the Frenchman with the most wins at Masters 1000 tournaments.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 20 Kasatkina frustrated after defeat on day of mixed fortunes for Australian players Melbourne is known for its unpredictable winds and it blew both ways for Australian tennis fans on Tuesday
The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2025 ‘We rewatched an Ajax match’: what really happens when tennis anti-dopers call Remembering where to be 365 days a year, even if it means the doping control officer pressing the doorbell at 6am, can weigh heavily on players
The Guardian - US · Oct 4, 2025 Gaël Monfils, tennis’s great showman, prepares for his final bow The Frenchman never conquered the Big Four but left a legacy just as lasting – a reminder that beauty and theatre matter as much as silverware
Radio France Internationale · Aug 24, 2025 US Open kicks off with star names chasing history and fresh titles Less than a week after competing in the revamped mixed doubles event, some of the world’s top tennis players – Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Gaël Monfils and Iga Swiatek – will start their quests for the US Open singles crown.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2025 ‘People see themselves in me’: Frances Tiafoe on being a tennis trailbazer in a mainly white sport Michelle Obama is a fan of the world No 14 and, he tells Tumaini Carayol, he is a proud supporter of women’s sport, especially basketball
The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2025 Jack Draper overcomes raucous French Open crowd to beat home hero Monfils British No 1 was made to fight but claimed the last five games in a row to complete a 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 7-5 victory
Evening Standard · May 29, 2025 French Open: Jack Draper reaches third round after battling win over local favourite Gael Monfils The pair served up an instant classic as Britain's fifth seed battles to an impressive win
The Independent UK · May 29, 2025 French Open LIVE: Scores and updates as Sinner faces Gasquet before Djokovic returns Jack Draper returns tonight against Gael Monfils with Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner and Katie Boulter all in action at Roland Garros today
The Guardian - UK · May 29, 2025 Jack Draper earning more ‘respect’ with rise but insists attitude will not change Jack Draper said: ‘As you win more, people give you the respect,’ before the fifth seed faces home favourite Gaël Monfils in round two at the French Open