“How has he done that?” – the sentiment is often repeated differently whenever you see Gael Monfils at work. The court was his playground, his stage to entertain the fans thoroughly, and he never left it half-done. That’s why his retirement news has become a sad reality dawning on the fans. But looking back, we will always cherish the memorable moments he bestowed upon us. We can only thank him for that, like Patrick McEnroe , tennis legend John McEnroe’s brother, has done in his beautiful tribute.
Monfils made the big announcement on Instagram on October 1. The 39-year-old will set aside his racquet after the end of the 2026 season. Patrick McEnroe, the former World No. 28, couldn’t help but use the superlative to pay tribute to the spectacular Frenchman. “Nobody better than @Gael