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Gael Monfils Makes History as Oldest ASB Quarter-Finalist

1/9/2025

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Gael Monfils, at 38, made history by becoming the oldest player to reach the ASB Classic quarter-finals since 1970, triumphing over Jan-Lennard Struff with a score of 6-1, 7-6(5). With his eyes set on a 13th ATP title, he now prepares to battle Facundo Díaz Acosta, fresh off a victory against Sebastian Baez.

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Gael Monfils, at 38, made history by becoming the oldest player to reach the ASB Classic quarter-finals since 1970, triumphing over Jan-Lennard Struff with a score of 6-1, 7-6(5). With his eyes set on a 13th ATP title, he now prepares to battle Facundo Díaz Acosta, fresh off a victory against Sebastian Baez.