Monfils reaches Auckland final at age 38

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.
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.
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
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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.
Monfils reaches Auckland final at age 38 after straight sets win over Basavareddy
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Veteran Monfils Powers Past Teenager To Reach 35th Final
The 38-year-old Gael Monfils swept aside an opponent half his age on Friday to reach the final of the Auckland Classic, setting up a shot at his 13th title.
ATP Auckland Semifinal Predictions Including Gael Monfils vs Nishesh Basavareddy
The ATP ASB Classic semifinals are set in Auckland and what an incredible lineup of players we have. From 38-year-old Gael Monfils to 19-year-old Nishesh Basavareddy, with Zizou Bergs and Nuno Borges in between.
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.
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