Por un último espectáculo, Gael Monfils hizo que la multitud coreara su nombre mientras se despedía del Abierto de Australia.

Much-loved tennis veteran Gael Monfils has bid farewell to the Australian Open after crashing out in the first round on Tuesday. The 39-year-old, who had already announced 2026 will be last year on tour, fell to inspired Aussie qualifier Dane Sweeny in an epic four-set battle.

Tennis power couple Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils have amassed a combined net worth of approximately $40-42 million. Their wealth stems from substantial career prize money exceeding $47 million and lucrative brand endorsements.

Gael Monfils lost to home favourite Dane Sweeny in the Australian Open 2026 first round, with experience meeting youth in a lively Day 3 Melbourne clash. Check the highlights here

When Dane Sweeny triumphantly fell to the ground following his defeat of Gaël Monfils at the Australian Open, it was not just a celebration for himself.

"Somehow it is the finish line, but, whew, thank you so much for this amazing ride," the Frenchman told his fans in Melbourne.

Day 3 at the Australian Open on the men’s side was quite eventful, with several great matches and many long five-setters. In the end, though, the top seeds all advance, albeit some with considerable difficulty.

Tennis showman Gael Monfils bowed out of his 20th and final Australian Open on Tuesday with a mix of pain and regret as he fell to an injury-hampered 6-7(3) 7-5 6-4 7-5 defeat in the first round to local qualifier Dane Sweeny.