At least it has the merit of being clear. Gaël Monfils has no illusions about the result of his next duel against Carlos Alcaraz. “I honestly think he’s going to blow me up tomorrow (Wednesday). I think he’s going to give me a good one”recognized the 38-year-old Frenchman.
Carlos Alcaraz (N.2), building on his success in Beijing after a memorable final against Jannik Sinner, is in great shape and does not intend to repeat his poor performance in Cincinnati. Gaël Monfils (N. 46) beat him in three sets and 2h31 of play. Especially since the Frenchman is not at his best after a grueling match against his compatriot, Ugo Humbert.
I think he’s going to give me a nice one
He waits impatiently and does not dread his duel against the Spanish prodigy. “It’s a really fun match to play. There’s a 99% chance that I’ll lose. I’m not saying this as a defeater, but just as a truth. He’s a legend in the making, a very strong player , stronger than me, I’m going to have fun, try to do my best to find solutions, to have a good match.” He highlighted different conditions compared to Cincinnati with a new surface and balls that are “perfect for him”.
Gaël Monfils had to fight to get rid of Ugo Humbert
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NOT Well, he hopes he can hold his place
“I have a very bad stomach ache, I don’t know what’s wrong with me and I’m going to see the doctor afterwards.”indicated the “Monf” after his match. Even if he claims to work so as not to feel the weight of the passing years. “I try to be able to continue as much as possible while working to remain efficient compared to the young people who are arriving.”
At the end of his career, the Frenchman is having fun on the court. “I like playing tennis, the competition and the adrenaline. I’m competitive, I like it. I try to play well, I want to enjoy it. I think it shows.” He still admits that he is no longer as competitive as when he was “prime” in career. Before finishing, “If I can earn more I will try”. And why not tomorrow?
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