In the world of tennis, few players bring as much excitement and joy to the court as Gael Monfils. The French veteran, with his flamboyant playing style and infectious enthusiasm, has captured the hearts of fans around the globe during his remarkable 20-year career on the ATP Tour. And this weekend, he is set to dazzle once again as one of the star attractions at the Ultimate Tennis Showdown in Frankfurt.
Monfils, 38, is no stranger to the UTS stage, having made his sixth appearance in the revolutionary tennis league created by Patrick Moratoglou. Known for its fast-paced 40-minute matches, live coaching, and mid-match interviews, UTS is a unique experience that Monfils thoroughly enjoys.
“I love the way they pull off this show,” Monfils shared with Tennis Channel DE. “It’s always a balance between the show, competition, and experience. I think it’s experimental for tennis. So I think the mix of all three aspects, I think for me it’s great.”
As the Last Man Standing in the UTS Frankfurt lineup, Monfils is joined by a host of other big names including Ben Shelton, Jan-Lennard Struff, and Denis Shapovalov. However, the spotlight will also shine on 2020 US Open champion Dominic Thiem, who will be making his final professional appearance in Germany before retiring from the Tour after the ATP 500 event in Vienna next week.
When asked about Thiem, Monfils had nothing but praise for his fellow competitor. “I think everyone will tell you Domi is super nice,” Monfils said with a smile. “He always has a big smile, a very shy guy sometimes, but when you know him better, he’s a very funny character.”
For fans of the sport, the Ultimate Tennis Showdown in Frankfurt promises to be a thrilling event filled with top-tier competition and captivating personalities like Monfils and Thiem. So get ready to witness some electrifying tennis action as these players showcase their skills on the court and entertain viewers around the world. It’s a can’t-miss event for any tennis enthusiast!
