Monfils reaches Auckland final at age 38

Monfils, 38, Becomes Oldest ATP Tour Champion With Auckland Win
Gael Monfils became the oldest singles champion in ATP Tour history when the 39-year-old Frenchman swept to victory in the final of the Auckland Classic on Saturday.
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.
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.
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.
Gael Monfils: Breaking Records and Defying Age in Tennis
Gael Monfils, at 38, has become the second oldest player in over 30 years to reach an ATP Tour final, after defeating Nishesh Basavareddy in Auckland. This marks his 35th ATP Tour final, showcasing his resilience and longevity in professional tennis despite the challenge from younger players.
ATP roundup: Finals set in Adelaide, Auckland
No. 2 seed Sebastian Korda and No. 5 Felix Auger-Aliassime of Canada will meet in Saturday's final at the Adelaide International in Australia.
Monfils beats Basavareddy to reach Auckland final
Gaël Monfils faced Nishesh Basavareddy in the semi-finals of the ATP 250 Auckland tournament on Friday. The two players had already met last week in
Gael Monfils Defies Age: Reaches 35th ATP Tour Final
At 38, Gael Monfils has become the second oldest player since 1990 to reach a men's elite tennis tour final, surpassing Stan Wawrinka in age records. Monfils advanced to his 35th ATP Tour final in Auckland by defeating Nishesh Basavareddy and will face Zizou Bergs in the final.
Gael Monfils becomes oldest man to win ATP tennis title in history in Auckland
Gael Monfils has become the oldest player to win an ATP Tour title in history, overtaking Roger Federer’s record which had stood since 2019. The Frenchman beat Zizou Bergs 6-3, 6-4 in Auckland to win the ASB Classic at 38 years,
ATP Auckland Final Prediction: Gael Monfils vs Zizou Bergs
Zizou Bergs is playing his first ATP Tour final, while Gael Monfils is competing in his 35th, at the ATP 250 in Auckland. But the Frenchman’s record in championship matches isn’t the strongest (12-22) and he’s nearing the end of his illustrious career.
ASB Classic final: Live updates as Gael Monfils and Zizou Bergs clash for Auckland title
We were all geared up for two finals today to round out the ASB Classic for 2025. Michael Venis paired with Nikola Mektic ...
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Frenchman Gael Monfils has won Auckland's ASB tennis Classic for the first time. Monfils has beaten Belgian qualifier Zizou Bergs 6-3 6-4 in one hour and 37 minutes to take the crown. Monfils broke ...
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Gael Monfils passes Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal
Gael Monfils will compete in his 35th ATP final in Auckland. The veteran lost to Novak Djokovic in Brisbane at the beginning of the season and found himself in a tough position in the first match in ...
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Monfils topples records as title battle with teen looms
Gael Monfils has etched his way into the history books as the second-oldest player to reach the final of an ATP Tour event ...