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When one thinks about controversies, Gael Monfils is a name that hardly anybody associates it with. The 37-year-old Frenchman in the twilight years of his career was a force to be reckoned with during his prime years. Known for long for his spirited and agile performances, the showman that is Monfils is looking to enjoy his game. However, playing at the Laver Cup, Monfils was recently subjected to immense backlash after his match against Felix Auger-Aliassime.

Responding to this, he issued his own take on the situation on Twitter while suggesting how, in his final years as a professional player, he is focused on having a good experience on the court. At the same time, he also hinted at how difficult it was for him to be away from his family while trying to give his everything to the sport and his team.

Gael Monfils hits back at the hateful comments directed his way at the Laver Cup

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Tennis star Gael Monfils stands his ground with a sense of resilience and authenticity. Unshaken by the cynics who scoff at his lighthearted approach to life, Monfils remains steadfast in his commitment to his game. At 37 years old and with a ranking outside the top 100, Monfils could have easily dismissed the invitation to participate in the Laver Cup. Instead, he accepted the opportunity, recognizing the significance of the event for himself, his team, and the sport.

“I am tired of these incessant and futile controversies. Some people seem to get excited over trifles. I am annoyed by those who make hasty judgments. Some might think that because I smile and have fun, I’m not serious. Sure, my vision may be different, but I always strive to follow the guidelines given to me,”?said Monfils in his defensive tweet.

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Though leaving his family behind for travel is no easy task, Monfils approaches his profession with passion and sincerity. He acknowledges the privileges that come with his career and the exceptional conditions it offers. He also mentioned how everyone at the moment might be thinking of him as a light-hearted jokester, but the comments made by people did indeed leave a mark. But where did all of this begin?

Monfils loses his cool after Felix Auger-Aliassime’s behavior

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The story started right as Monfils stole the show after a sudden exchange of words with his Canadian opponent, Felix Auger-Aliassime, caught everyone by surprise. Just moments before the match between the two players, Monfils was clearly seen highlighting the qualities that make his opponent Felix Auger-Aliassime, a better player. However, things most certainly took an unexpected turn as their match turned into a heated debate.

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While playing in front of his home crowd, Auger-Aliassime was thrilled to play the best game at the tournament while others had a laid-back approach as they seemed it more of a fun event. Auger-Aliassime made it clear that he was in for the match, but Monfils suggested that the two should play to entertain the crowd, which did not sit well with the Canadian’s ideas.

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Thus, the moment started to heat up while both players disagreed with each other. This led to a change in Monfils’ demeanor towards Auger-Aliassime, which further egged things on. However, as Monfils had some time to cool off, his tweet reflected his composure and serious commitment to the game.

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