Gael Monfils accepts finance job offer following US Open elimination

Gael Monfils concluded his Grand Slam career on Thursday following a 6-3, 6-4, 6-3 defeat to Learner Tien in the second round of the US Open. Following the match, the 40-year-old athlete confirmed he has already signed an employment contract to work in wealth management for a Swiss company. Monfils plans to retire from professional tennis at the end of this season, ending a career that featured 13 ATP titles and a career-high ranking of world No. 6. While he intends to remain connected to the sport to support his wife, Elina, he described his future role in finance as a significant shift from his time on the court. The veteran was honored with an on-court ceremony after his final appearance at the tournament, marking the end of a tenure that began in 2003.

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