Monfils reaches Auckland final at age 38

Veteran Monfils defies age to book spot in Auckland final
Former world number six Gael Monfils clinched a 7-6(5) 6-4 win over Nishesh Basavareddy in the Auckland Classic semi-finals on Friday to become the second-oldest player to reach an ATP Tour final since 1990.
Veteran Gael Monfils reaches his 35th ATP final in Auckland aged 38
Ivo Karlovic holds the ATP Tour record, having won through to final in Pune, India in 2019 at the age of 39 years, 311 days. Monfils edges Stan Wawrinka who was aged 38 years and 124 days when he reached the final at Umag, Croatia in 2023.
Monfils tops Basavareddy, reaches Auckland final at age 38
Gael Monfils became the second-oldest player in more than 30 years to reach the final of an ATP Tour event after beating American Nishesh Basavareddy 7-6 (5), 6-4 in the semifinals at Auckland on Friday.
‘Warrior’ Gael Monfils makes ASB Classic final in Auckland, beating Nishesh Basavareddy
When people talk about Gael Monfils, they often focus on the entertainment. They see his brilliant shots, the extravagant retrievals, the aerobic moves. They also see the moments of showmanship, the jokes and interaction with the crowd.
Veteran Monfils Powers Past Teenager To Reach 35th Final
The 38-year-old Gael Monfils swept aside an opponent half his age on Friday to reach the final of the Auckland Classic, setting up a shot at his 13th title.
Monfils reaches Auckland final at age 38 after straight sets win over Basavareddy
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ASB Classic final: Live updates as Gael Monfils and Zizou Bergs clash for Auckland title
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ATP Auckland: Gael Monfils stops the clock, reaches SF
Gael Monfils turns 39 this year. After numerous injuries and setbacks, the French veteran is still eager to perform at his ...