Gael Monfils confirms retirement plans following second round US Open exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 8:19 AM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026
Gael Monfils announced his intentions for a post-tennis career following his elimination from the US Open. The Frenchman exited the tournament in New York after losing his second-round match to Learner Tien. The defeat concludes his participation in the event. Monfils addressed his future trajectory as he approaches the end of his professional tenure. His comments regarding a career change follow the conclusion of his latest match at the major tournament. Further details on his specific post-retirement activities remain forthcoming as he transitions away from competition.
- •Gael Monfils lost to Learner Tien in the second round of the US Open.
- •The match took place in New York.
- •Monfils publicly confirmed his plans for a career change after retirement.
- •The announcement occurred following his exit from the 2026 US Open.
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Gaël Monfils makes surprise post-retirement decision
"Unpredictable French star Gaël Monfils sprung a surprise with his next career move after playing his final match at a grand slam. Monfils, a two-time major semi-finalist and former world number 11, lost in straight sets to Learner Tien on Thursday night, two days after his 40th birthday.
"Gael Monfils has revealed what he plans on doing after retiring from tennis, having lost to Learner Tien in the second round of the US Open.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 2:48 PMGaël Monfils makes surprise post-retirement decision
Unpredictable French star Gaël Monfils sprung a surprise with his next career move after playing his final match at a grand slam. Monfils, a two-time major semi-finalist and former world number 11, lost in straight sets to Learner Tien on Thursday night, two days after his 40th birthday.
- Sky Sports—'It's been a long ride!' - Monfils reveals surprise career change after New York goodbye
Gael Monfils has revealed what he plans on doing after retiring from tennis, having lost to Learner Tien in the second round of the US Open.
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