Novak Djokovic confirmed that he’s an actual nightmare for Gael Monfils, defeating him for the twentieth time in as many clashes on the skilled tour. The French veteran had hoped to get his first time in opposition to the Serbian legend in Brisbane this week, however a powerful efficiency from Nole prevented him from progressing to the quarter-finals.
Novak Djokovic, Brisbane 2025© Stream screenshot
The 24-time Grand Slam champion has regarded in wonderful form and is intent on attaining thrilling leads to 2025. Regardless of Gael’s makes an attempt, the previous world No. 1 by no means acquired distracted and received the match with a rating of 6-3 6-3 sending a transparent warning to all his rivals forward of the 2025 Australian Open.
A selected rivalry
Throughout their rivalry – which has turn out to be probably the most unbalanced in tennis historical past – Monfils has solely come very near victory as soon as. The reference is to the 2020 Dubai ATP 500, when the French ace had three match factors earlier than surrendering to Novak as soon as once more.
The sensation is that Gael’s recreation doesn’t create too many issues for the 37-year-old from Belgrade, who is aware of easy methods to exploit his opponent’s weaknesses and is way stronger in decisive moments.
Novak Djokovic© Brisbane Worldwide/X – Honest Use
As well as, the present world quantity 7 is extremely motivated to win this match to elevate the one centesimal trophy of his legendary profession.
“I never won Brisbane International. Yeah, it’s true. Hopefully this is the year, that’s why I’m here” – Nole stated within the post-match interview.
“I played only a couple of times, I played a tournament a long time ago back in 2009, and I played with the Serbian team in ATP Cup here I think four or five years ago.
“So I haven’t played too many times, but every time I play, it was in front of the packed stadium in front of very passionate tennis fans and I want to thank you all for your really great support and presence tonight. You’ve been amazing throughout the entire week” – he concluded.
