Kyrgios comments on Auger-Aliassime, Monfils argument at Laver Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

At the 2023 Laver Cup, an exchange escalated between Team World's Felix Auger-Aliassime and Team Europe's Gael Monfils during a match. Monfils expressed his desire for enjoyment over competition, while Auger-Aliassime focused on winning. The tension highlighted a divide between players' attitudes toward the event, which is often labeled an exhibition. Nick Kyrgios acknowledged the contrasting personalities and approaches of the players on social media. The Laver Cup is set to continue with more matches, starting on September 25, 2026.
- •Auger-Aliassime and Monfils clashed during a changeover at the Laver Cup.
- •Monfils emphasized his preference for fun, while Auger-Aliassime remained competitive.
- •The Laver Cup, co-created by Roger Federer, is facing ongoing debate about its credibility.
- •Nick Kyrgios commented on the incident, highlighting the players' different styles.
- •The next Laver Cup matches begin on September 25, 2026.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — What Nick Kyrgios once said was the ‘beauty’ of the Laver Cup after Felix Auger-Aliassime and Gael Monfils argued
"The Laver Cup has divided opinion among fans and players ever since its inaugural edition back in 2017. Co-created by Roger Federer, the annual team...
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