Gael Monfils Can’t Wait To Tell His Kids He Played Roger Federer… And That Is Cool
by Tom Gainey | September 3rd, 2014, 4:41 pm
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Gael Monfils has been a shell of his of former entertaining self this week at the US Open and so far it’s paying off. The former Junior No. 1 has reached the quarterfinals without losing a set. And tomorrow night in a marquee quarterfinal he’ll face 5-time champion Roger Federer.

“He’s definitely the legend of the tennis,” Monfils said. “I think right now he’s the greatest tennis player we ever had, and for me it’s always challenging to play against him. It’s always great, because no matter what, you know, I will say to my children, you know, I played against him. Even I kill him, you know. And this is cool. And when you have this chance, you know, it’s why, you know, I think I play tennis for, to against a big legend, big court, short time. That’s what I train for. That’s why every day I wake up and I wish I could play those matches.

“For me it’s the best thing can happen is to play against that guy on that stage.”

Federer has beaten Monfils seven of nine times including a tough three setter this summer in Cincinnati.

The coachless-Monfils is trying to make his second career Grand Slam semifinal.


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15 Comments for Gael Monfils Can’t Wait To Tell His Kids He Played Roger Federer… And That Is Cool

Humble Rafa Says:

I also have stories to tell my children and grand children. Actually, even if you are an adult, I will tell you my story.

Do you know what I own?

September 3rd, 2014 at 4:58 pm


andrea Says:

wawa and kei are in a dog fight. holy crap.

September 3rd, 2014 at 7:23 pm


Krishna Says:

Wow Wawa out of US Open ..

September 3rd, 2014 at 7:30 pm


Okiegal Says:

Now, if Gael can tell his grand kids he beat him…..wow, that would be even better!! C’mon Gael!!!

September 3rd, 2014 at 7:46 pm


Tennis Fan Says:

Gael is you know a tricky guy … he may just throw the match to throw Federer off … and that would make sense to him …

September 3rd, 2014 at 8:08 pm


Casey Says:

Nishikori is playing well at the moment, but the acting is so farken cringe-worthy. The biggest faker on tour at the moment after Djokovic, no questions about it.

September 3rd, 2014 at 8:33 pm


skeezer Says:

HR,
“He’s definitely the legend of the tennis,” Monfils said. “I think right now he’s the greatest tennis player we ever had..”
Rinse, repeat.
Ask the real Rafa, he would agree. You need to study more with your psuedo job.
—-
Monfils has a real shot here, he is playing better than ever.

September 3rd, 2014 at 9:20 pm


steve-o Says:

Monfils is indeed playing very well. But if Federer is playing his best tennis, there can be only one outcome, no matter how well Monfils plays.

Now’s the big test of whether he’s mastered the new racket. Go Roger!

September 3rd, 2014 at 9:40 pm


Humble Rafa Says:

These two guys are playing like ladies, unable to hold serve. It’s not a sexist statement if it’s a fact.

September 3rd, 2014 at 10:14 pm


skeezer Says:

Margot,
“These two guys are playing like ladies, unable to hold serve. It’s not a sexist statement ”
?

September 3rd, 2014 at 10:55 pm


Kimmi Says:

It’s like they switch the tie breaker. Strange match

September 3rd, 2014 at 11:58 pm


Michael Says:

And that is Monfils tribute to the legend and Roger has gained respect in the Tennis fraternity through his mind boggling achievements.

September 4th, 2014 at 5:37 am


rogerafa Says:

@ okiegal

Gael has beaten Roger in the past. More than once I think.

September 4th, 2014 at 3:07 pm


Okiegal Says:

@Rogerafa

Good, I hope he can do it again!! If he does beat him, he will be so pumped up he could win the whole thing…….but I rather doubt it. If Gael would settle down and play tennis and stop being a show off, I think he would be more successful……more subdued like he was in his last match. I love to watch him play, the funny stuff is entertaining, but screws up his game, imo. Good luck Gael, you will need it!

September 4th, 2014 at 4:01 pm


Okiegal Says:

Who’d a thunk it, Cilic? Definitely did not see this one coming, good for him! Into the semi finals!!

September 4th, 2014 at 4:51 pm

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