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Key FactsSvitolina announces separation from Monfils
4 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
- World No 6 Elina Svitolina announced the separation in an emotional Instagram post.
- Svitolina described sleepless nights and self-doubt in connection with Russia’s war against Ukraine.
- The couple married in 2021 and have a four-year-old daughter, Skai; Svitolina said their family would remain.
- Monfils appears to have moved his retirement forward and is now listed by ITIA as retired; the Paris Masters begins on 31 October.
What I have rarely spoken about is what the war has done to me inside.— Elina Svitolina in an Instagram post announcing her separation from Gaël Monfils
Andy Murray and Gael Monfils confirmed to feature at Stan Wawrinka farewell exhibition
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Kaia Gerber's tribute to her brother Presley, the separation of Gaël Monfils and Elina Svitolina, the new photos of Alexandra Leclerc's baby bump… ... Show more
Drug-testing agency lists Gael Monfils as a retired player, seemingly ruling out a Paris farewell
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Gael Monfils ends his career prematurely without a public statement - | ITIA confirms retirement
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Dubai Basketball faced FC Barcelona in their EuroLeague opener at Coca-Cola Arena on September 29, with French tennis star Gaël Monfils and former footballer ... Show more
Dubai Basketball faced FC Barcelona in their EuroLeague opener at Coca-Cola Arena on September 29, with French tennis star Gaël Monfils and former footballer ... Show more
🥹 40 years young. And the show goes on! 😍✨ #tennisnet #straightouttacourt #GaelMonfils #USOpen #newyork
Gael Monfils: After tennis, | the world of finance awaits: Second-round exit at the US Open
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Gael Monfils, 40, oldest man to win US Open match since Connors in '92
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Gael Monfils after mixed doubles coup with Elina Svitolina: | "Happy wife, happy life"
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Frances Tiafoe becomes the first player in 12 YEARS to overcome a 0-2 deficit in a US Open quarterfinal 😱
Roger Federer was the last to do it in 2014 vs ... Show more
Gaël Monfils Played 201 Grand Slam Matches. Now He’s Leaving Tennis for a Career in Finance
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Mail Online Sep 06
French tennis star Gael Monfils reveals he's going to work in an OFFICE after playing his last US Open at 40
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The entertainer Gael Monfils’ final bow: Joyful legacy of ultimate showman of tennis | Tennis News
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Gael Monfils had no Grand Slams, but he leaves a legacy: The Frenchman wowed audience with inventive stroke-making, and inspired black players from his country ...
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US Open Mixed: Svitolina and Monfils secure semifinal spot against Sabalenka-Djokovic conquerors
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Gael Monfils opens up on playing 2026 US Open mixed doubles with wife Elina Svitolina | Tennis News
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Husband and wife Gael Monfils and Elina Svitolina are on to the US Open semifinals. See link below ⬇️
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Full story: How US Open couple makes mixed doubles work: 'Happy wife, happy life'
tennishead.net Aug 26
OpinionThe US Open have exposed a crucial flaw in their mixed doubles event as the semi-final matchups are confirmed
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Williams, Alcaraz exit US Open mixed doubles after Djokovic and Sabalenka also crash out
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Williams, Alcaraz exit US Open mixed doubles, Monfils, Svitolina advance: Williams had not competed at the crown jewel of American tennis since her tearful ...
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youtube.com Aug 05
Sliderman Gael Monfils will make his 18th and final appearance at the US Open this month.
🔗 Last Dance: Monfils Receives US Open Wild Card – Tennis Now
Philstar Life Aug 26
Eala, Auger-Aliassime bow out of US Open mixed doubles after first-round loss: The tandem lost to husband-and-wife team Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils.
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Key FactsWilliams and Alcaraz Win Before Mixed Doubles Defeat
Aug 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- After five and a half hours, Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz took the court for their mixed doubles match at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
- In the fast-four format, they defeated Erin Routliffe and Lloyd Glasspool 5-3, 4-1.
- They later lost to Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli, the Indian Wells mixed doubles champions.
- Gaël Monfils and Elina Svitolina beat Kateřina Siniaková and Henry Patten in a 10-point deciding tiebreak, while Mirra Andreeva and Andrey Rublev defeated Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori in a match tiebreak; Wednesday’s semifinals were scheduled to feature Monfils/Svitolina against Bencic/Cobolli and Andreeva/Rublev against Jakub Menšík/Karolína Muchová.
"This is such a bonus," she said. "To play with Carlos is honestly so cool."— Serena Williams, on-court after a 5-3, 4-1 win in the fast-four format at the U.S. Open
Gaël Monfils is not human 🤯
An absolutely ridiculous display of defense from the Frenchman.
🎥 @usopen https://twitter.com/usopen/status/2092299435074035810/video/1
mb.com.ph Aug 24
Manila Bulletin Sports : EALA-MANIA HITS NEW YORK AS ALEXANDRA EXPRESS ARRIVES FOR US OPEN🚆🇵🇭🎾
Before getting back to business, Alex Eala makes sure to give her fans a moment ... Show more
Last Dance at the US Open 😍 Gael Monfils will play his last match in the US Open singles main draw in a few weeks. The French Tennis Federation (FFT) awarded ... Show more
ATP Masters Montreal: Monfils turns night into day again: Gael Monfils celebrated another convincing opening victory in his final appearance in Montreal.
tennisnet.com/news/atp-masters-montreal-monfils-macht-die-nacht-noch-einmal-zum-tag
youtube.com Aug 18
NCAA Champion Zheng, Monfils Lead US Open Men’s Wild Cards: The 2026 US Open men's wild card list is here.
tennisnow.com/ncaa-champion-zheng-monfils-lead-us-open-mens-wild-cards/
mb.com.ph Aug 18
Eala, Auger-Aliassime headline US Open mixed doubles wild-card entries: NEW YORK (AP) — Rising women's star Alex Eala and Felix Auger-Aliassime ...
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tennishead.net Aug 15
How many matches Gael Monfils and Stan Wawrinka have actually won in 2026 as they near retirement
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ATP Cincinnati: "Celebrity" Wildcards for the Masters in Ohio: The completely revamped ATP Masters tournament in Cincinnati also fully embraces its traditional ...
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Gaël Monfils takes the first set against Kamil Majchrzak 😤
📺: #NBO26 LIVE on SN1
📱: Stream on Sportsnet+
tennishead.net Jul 31
Kei Nishikori admits what even he found ‘funny’ about his loss to Rafael Jodar in Washington
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With Federer, Monfils & Murray - | Wawrinka bids farewell with exhibition in Geneva
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Wimbledon: Monfils, Kyrgios and Evans miss out on wildcards: The final decisions regarding the men's main draw wildcards at Wimbledon have been made ...
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Gaël Monfils found beautiful words for his wife Elina Svitolina in his farewell speech! 🥹❤️ #tennisnet #straightouttacourt #FrenchOpen #RolandGarros #Paris
One last goodnight to Gael in Paris 🌙
Merci beaucoup, the memories will last forever 🫶
#RolandGarros
youtube.com May 26
Gael Monfils played his last Roland-Garros match on Monday night in Paris, and was celebrated… Read more: Monfils Gets Sent Off in Style After Roland-Garros Career Ends – Tennis Now
Greek City Times Jun 18
Wimbledon shuts out fan favourites Gaël Monfils and Nick Kyrgios Greek City Times
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“Eight years. Eight years to return to the top of a Masters 1000,” Monfils wrote. “What a season, what a week, what a player. But most of all: what a woman ... Show more
tennisworldusa.org May 25
Elina Svitolina denies Gael Monfils' French Open farewell will be distraction for her Svitolina says the attention surrounding Monfils' last French ... Show more
Just a moment...
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PHOTOS: "Gael & Friends" celebration spotlights Monfils-Sinner bromance at Roland Garros
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"What a woman": Gael Monfils posts glowing tribute to wife Elina Svitolina after her third Rome triumph
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Gael & Friends - | @iamgaelmonfils is celebrating his farewell party in Paris today 🫶🏻🥹 #tennisnet #straightouttacourt #frenchopen #rolandgarros #gaelmonfils
Monfils happy to have inspired Black players as retirement nears: Popular Frenchman Gael Monfils said on Saturday he was grateful to have inspired more Black ...
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Stan Wawrinka and Gael Monfils bid farewell to French Open after losing in first round | Tennis News
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Monfils embraces final Roland Garros as trickster Gaston looks to spoil send-off: The first round of the French Open continues on Monday with four-times champion ...
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ATP Geneva: Wawrinka gets support from superfan Monfils: One legend on the court, the other in the box: Stan Wawrinka and Gael Monfils almost won together ...
tennisnet.com/news/atp-genf-wawrinka-bekommt-unterstuetzung-von-edel-fan-monfils
theplayerstribune.com May 21
Your Dad, the Magician by Elina Svitolina | The Players’ Tribune: Ahead of his final Roland Garros, Elina Svitolina pens a tribute to Gaël Monfils for their ...
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sabcnews.com May 26
Gael Monfils is determined to emulate the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and LeBron James by playing into his 40s and hopes to play at Wimbledon ... Show more
French Open 2026, Day 2: No Sinner, no Sabalenka: The second day of the 2026 French Open brings some exciting matches. But not yet the first appearance of the ...
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No Alcaraz, no party? Five reasons not to miss this year’s French Open: There will be no repeat of last year’s epic, see-sawing final between Carlos Alcaraz and ...
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tennishead.net May 24
"I know for sure he's inspired a lot of players here..." 🐐
⤵️ Naomi Osaka explains why she views Gael Monfils alongside Serena and Venus Williams
Monfils warms up for final French Open with star-studded farewell party: The evening blended tennis, music and tributes to celebrate his two-decade journey on ...
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French Open: Stan Wawrinka and Gaël Monfils receive a wildcard for Roland-Garros - | Farewell tour in France
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French Open: Stan Wawrinka, Gael Monfils given wild cards: PARI— Three-time Grand Slam champion Stan Wawrinka and fellow retiring player Gael Monfils were given ...
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youtube.com May 01
In a year marked by a wave of high-profile retirements—think Gael Monfils, Stan Wawrinka, Sorana…Kei Nishikori, Japanese Icon, Announces Plans to Retire at the end of 2026 – Tennis Now
French Open: Wildcard for Stan Wawrinka - | and a party for Gael Monfils: A final hurrah for two legends: Gael Monfils will be treated to a gala evening at the ...
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Key Facts2026 French Open Honors Tennis Legends’ Farewell
Apr 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tennisnet.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tennisnet.com
- Gael Monfils will be recognized with a unique event featuring notable tennis personalities and entertainers.
- The celebration includes performances by musicians alongside appearances from former tennis professionals.
- Despite ranking setbacks from injuries, Monfils has been granted main draw access via a wildcard.
- Stan Wawrinka, a past champion, also receives a wildcard to mark his final participation at Roland-Garros.
Tennis, music, surprises … and above all love. Because that is exactly what I have always received from you, and that is what I want to give back to you this evening. I want us to experience something together. Something we will never forget.— Gael Monfils, in an Instagram post about his last Roland-Garros appearance ahead of the Gaël & Friends evening
Madrid: There are also bad Monfils-Svitolina days: Both Elina Svitolina and her husband Gael Monfils had to say goodbye to Madrid yesterday.
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Roland Garros to give Monfils "free rein" for "Gaël & Friends" event, Stan Wawrinka to be honored after last match
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Key FactsRoland Garros 2026 Honors and Tech Innovations
Apr 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tennis.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tennis.com
- Gaël Monfils will have full control of Court Philippe Chatrier for the charity event “Gaël & Friends” on May 21.
- Caroline Garcia will be honored with a special ceremony on June 4 between the women’s semifinals before her first child’s birth.
- Stan Wawrinka is set to receive recognition at Porte d’Auteuil following his final Roland Garros match.
- Players are allowed to wear connected devices during matches as part of a new trial introduced this year.
We’ll be giving him free rein on May 21 at 7:30 p.m.— Said by Amélie Mauresmo, tournament director, regarding Gaël & Friends event.
tennishead.net Apr 16
Stan Wawrinka, Gael Monfils, and David Goffin won't be the only tennis legends retiring at the end of the year. 😢
⤵️ Former Wimbledon semi-finalist announces retirement from tennis, 'I've given everything'
On Thursday, May 21st, Gael Monfils will be hosting a big Tennis and Music Party at Court Philippe Chatrier 🤩 Watch it live on YouTube 🙌 @iamgaelmonfils #rolandgarros ... Show more
Gael Monfils played his final match in Monte Carlo on Tuesday. The 39-year-old, who will retire at the end of the season, lost to Alexander Bublik in the ... Show more
Gael Monfils bounces back, defeating Griekspoor 6-7, 6-1, 6-4 to advance to the next round in Monte Carlo 💪 Next stop: Alexander Bublik! @tennistv #atpworldtour #tennisnetnews ... Show more
