Gaël Monfils wins US Open match on his 40th birthday

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Gaël Monfils defeated Adolfo Daniel Vallejo 2-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-0 at the US Open on his 40th birthday, rallying after dropping the first set to win in four. The match included a strong turnaround as Monfils took the next three sets decisively and received a Happy Birthday serenade from the crowd in Arthur Ashe Stadium. Monfils posted a personal message about his father and what turning 40 means to him. He will face Learner Tien in the second round on Thursday. Fans and commentators celebrated Monfils for another entertaining Grand Slam performance and for delivering a memorable birthday victory in New York.

The Tennis Letter

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Gael Monfils wrote a beautiful post about his dad, and what turning 40 years old today means for him. 🥹

8110h ago

Tennis Updates

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What a performance from Gael Monfils 2-6, 6-1, 6-2, 6-0 vs Adolfo Daniel Vallejo Pretty easily his best match of the season, what a great moment for him to pick up another victory in a Grand Slam on his 40th birthday. Will face Learner Tien on Thursday.

803h ago

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Monfils vs Learner part 2

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There is something about Gael Monfils and New York. Can’t explain it but he never disappoints at the US Open.

193h ago

TSN

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Gaël Monfils, what did we just witness!😱 On the day of his 40th birthday and after dropping the first set, the Frenchman wins three straight sets (6-1, 6-2, 6-0)🎂🔥 #USOpen