In a dramatic second-round clash at Roland-Garros, British No. seed Jack Draper edged out French veteran Gaël Monfils in four sets—6-3, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5—after more than three hours of electrifying tennis Monfils, 38, thrilled the Paris crowd with his trademark flair and resilience, saving break points in a marathon fourth set and coming within two points of forcing a deciding fifth.
Draper, 23, showcased his rising-star credentials, bouncing back from a second-set dip to dominate the crucial moments. The match featured extended rallies, breathtaking defense, and a central-court atmosphere that had fans on their feet late into the night Despite visible physical struggles, Monfils pushed Draper to the limit, earning a standing ovation for his effort and sportsmanship.
With this win, Draper advances to the third round at Roland-Garros for the first time in his career, where he will face Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca Monfils, reflecting on his future, hinted he may return next year, stating he still finds joy in these epic battles.
Meanwhile, British tennis continues to shine in Paris, as Katie Boulter also made headlines with her performances in the women’s draw.
