Gael Monfils
Gael Monfils 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements
French player Gael Monfils is known to be a highly athletic player, who's antics often entertain crowds. He turned pro back in 2004 and grabbed his first ATP title in the same year.
With that title under his belt, he vaulted up 200 places and found himself in the top 50. However, his career has often been blighted with injuries, putting him out of action for extended periods of time.
He did reach a career-high of 6 in the ATP rankings in 2016.
On-court?Achievements
With regard to on-court achievements, Gael Monfils has 10 ATP titles in the bag. Out of his 10 ATP title wins, three have come from ATP Tour 500 tournaments. The remaining seven have been claimed at ATP 250 tournaments.
His maiden ATP title was at the Sopot Open in Poland, a clay-court event. Since then, he has won at the Open de Moselle, Open Sud de France twice, Stockholm Open, Washington Open, Qatar Open, the Rotterdam Open, and most recently at the Sud de France tournament and ABN AMRO tennis tournament.
Nine of these wins have been on the hardcourts, with one on clay.
At the Grand Slams, Monfils' best runs came at the 2008 French Open and 2016 US Open, when he reached the semi-finals.
Gael Monfils' form leading up to the 2021 season
Monfils' 2020 season started in great style, winning two tournaments in Montpellier and Rotterdam. He also reached the Abu Dhabi semi-finals, almost defeating Novak Djokovic there before losing in three tough sets.
However, after the resumption of the tour, post the coronavirus-forced lockdown, Monfils suffered from injury issues and a loss in form and lost early in most tournaments.
Currently, he is ranked no. 11 in the ATP rankings.
Personal life
Monfils is married to WTA star Elina Monfils. They first revealed they were dating in early 2019 and tied the knot in July, 2021.
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Gael Monfils: Net worth 2021
So far, Monfils has earned $19,228,041 in prize money on the WTA Tour. He has an estimated net worth of $10 million.
Gael Monfils' Endorsements 2021
Gael Monfils has gone through several sponsors over the course of his career. He was initially sponsored by Nike but switched to K-Swiss in 2010. Three years later, he was sponsored by Asics for his clothes and shoes.
In terms of racquet sponsors, Monfils has been backed by many brands. His first endorser was Head, later followed by Prince in 2009, Wilson in 2012, and Luxilon Big Banger ALU Power 16L String, as of 2019. Furthermore, Monfils was also sponsored by Rokit, eToro, Maui Jim.
He now has endorsement deals with Asics, Wilson, and Rokit.
Foundations and Charity Work
Back in January, Svitolina and Monfils pledged to donate $100 for every ace they serve in the next two tournaments.
During the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown, Monfils also participated in an online FIFA tournament organized by Nicolas Mahut, the proceeds of which were donated to a hospital staff.
How to contact Gael Monfils?
Age | 34 |
Height | 6 ft 4 in |
Coach | Liam Smith |
Net Worth | $10 million |
Marital status | Married |
Spouse | Elina Monfils |
Residence | Tr?lex, Switzerland |
Nationality | French |
Endorsements | Asics, Wilson, Rokit |