Gaël Monfils Stuns with Incredible Comeback at French Open

PARIS, France — On Day Three of the French Open, veteran tennis player Gaël Monfils pulled off a stunning comeback against Bolivia’s Hugo Dellien on the famed Philippe-Chatrier court.

Monfils, 38, faced a tough match, falling two sets behind early on. His fate appeared bleak as he crashed into the advertising screens just five points into the match. However, the home crowd remained hopeful, rallying behind their local hero.

In a match reminiscent of his previous comeback at Roland Garros in 2023, where he trailed 0-4 in the fifth set but won, Monfils found his rhythm. The crowd’s cheers echoed as he turned the match around, leveling it up after dropping the first two sets. Fans without night session tickets gathered outside to watch him on a massive screen, showcasing his status as a crowd favorite.

With the stadium filled to the brim, Monfils gained momentum in the final set, initially leading 3-0. Despite intensity from Dellien, who fought back hard, Monfils closed the match with eventual victory.

Coco Gauff also celebrated a significant moment on court as she won her match against Olivia Gadecki. However, her start was marked by an unusual incident: she arrived without her rackets. After a brief delay, her team delivered the missing equipment just in time.

As excitement builds in the tournament, other noteworthy matches included Daniil Medvedev, who experienced struggles but fought valiantly against Cameron Norrie. The Organizers of the French Open are under scrutiny for the handling of the roof situation, as players expressed frustration over weather delays interrupting play.

With anticipation for the next rounds growing, fans and players alike are eager to witness continued competition at Roland Garros.