Gael Monfils: "I'm super happy for Nadal"
Gael Monfils is entering the ATP Tour 250 tournament in Montpellier today. In his press conference before the event, the Frenchman once again commented on the Australian Open.
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last edit: Feb 03, 2022, 07:31 am
No, he will no longer win 20 Grand Slam titles in his career, Gael Monfils said after his defeat against Matteo Berrettini at the Australian Open a few days ago in Melbourne. A single triumph in one of the four majors would be enough for him. Why hasn't it worked yet? Monfils commented on this at his press conference before entering the ATP Tour 250 tournament in Montpellier.
"In many matches of my Grand Slam career I didn't manage to play my "A Game" in the quarterfinals or semifinals," explained Günter Bresnik's protégé. Sometimes there would have been opportunities, but I didn't use them well. A lot of people downplay the fact that you reach the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam, but when those opportunities come, you have to grab them. I always want to believe in it and put myself in a better position to achieve even more.”
Monfils is happy for buddy Nadal
In Montpellier, Monfils starts as number three behind Alexander Zverev and Roberto Bautista Agut . Today we start against Mikael Ymer from Sweden. The year 2022 started very well for the veteran with the tournament victory in Adelaide, and the appearances in Melbourne also give hope for a good season. Rafael Nadal , an old companion of Gael Monfils, won the first big prize.
"I grew up with Nadal and I'm super happy for him," Monfils continued. "It's great and extraordinary, this 21st Grand Slam title. It was nice for me to see him like that. The older we get, the stronger our emotions become. When I see Rafa, I see my friend who's still winning and that really brings me joy. That's something you share with each other, the story is fantastic. I have nothing against Daniil (Medvedev) but for Rafa it's just magic.