Gael Monfils opens up on social media after Madrid Open loss

TL;DR

Gael Monfils lost to Camilo Ugo Carabelli 6-3, 6-4 in the first round of the Madrid Open. This match marks Monfils' final appearance at the tournament as he plans to retire after next season.

Key points

Gael Monfils lost in the first round of the Madrid Open
He was defeated by Camilo Ugo Carabelli
This was Monfils' final appearance at the tournament
He plans to retire at the end of next season

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Monfils bows out early in the Final Madrid Open

Gael Monfils crashed out of the Madrid Open in what was his final appearance at the tournament.

The 37-year-old, who plans to retire at the end of next season, lost 6-3, 6-4 to Camilo Ugo Carabelli in the first round of the ATP Masters 1000 event.

So far this season, Monfils has managed three wins across his farewell tour stops, with victories coming in Monte Carlo, Indian Wells and Acapulco.

The Frenchman has made one last appearance at six events this year, including a final showing at the Australian Open. His next major stop will be Roland-Garros as he continues his retirement tour.

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Monfils opens about Madrid Open after first-round exit

Posting on X, formerly Twitter, Monfils said: **“**Not the best day for the Monfils family today,” referring to his wife, Elina Svitolina, who also lost her opening match at the Madrid Open.

He continued: “Tough match for me, I would’ve liked to do better for my last one in Madrid.

“15th time competing here, a huge thank you to @MutuaMadridOpen for all these years and for giving me the chance to come back.

“Now I’m going to do everything I can to arrive in the best possible shape for Roland-Garros. J-31, I can’t wait to share this unique moment with you all.

“I’ve already seen a few messages go by, thank you for being there even on the tougher days like today—it really touches me. We don’t let up on anything.”