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Monfils' Final US Open Dance Begins
2 Sep
Summary
- Gael Monfils, aged 40, will retire after the 2026 season.
- His final US Open match is on his 40th birthday.
- Monfils is a +108 underdog in his potential last match.
Tennis icon Gael Monfils, aged 40, is embarking on his final appearance at the US Open. Monfils has declared that he will retire from professional tennis following the conclusion of the 2026 season. This means his Tuesday match against Adolfo Daniel Vallejo may mark his farewell to the Grand Slam stage.
On Tuesday, Monfils enters the court as a +108 underdog against the Paraguayan, a match that coincidentally falls on his 40th birthday. Monfils is renowned for his unique and entertaining style of play, often prioritizing audience engagement alongside competition.
This unconventional approach makes him a difficult opponent to strategize against. Furthermore, the crowd is expected to be a significant factor, with fans likely to vociferously support "La Monf" in Louis Armstrong Stadium.
Vallejo, a 22-year-old making his US Open debut, faces immense pressure with these combined factors. Despite recent progress on the ATP tour, his performance on hard courts and in high-pressure situations like this remains to be seen.
