Tennis legend Gael Monfils says goodbye to French Open ahead of retirement

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Tennis legend Gael Monfils says goodbye to French Open ahead of retirement France

Issued on: 26/05/2026 - 12:42Modified: 26/05/2026 - 12:50

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Gaël Monfils ended his 19th and final French Open on May 25 before retiring at the end of the season, a career during which he has inspired many players with his style and personality. Monfils was once world number six, at his peak in 2016. The Frenchman has won 13 ATP titles, including three ATP 500s. He reached two Grand Slam semi-finals - including one in Paris in 2008 - and helped France reach two Davis Cup finals.

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