ATP Paris, France
Gael Monfils honors 'special story' with Bercy after withdrawing from Paris Masters
The Frenchman debuted 20 years ago at the long-time tour stop, which is relocating to La Defense Arena in 2025.
It was an emotional scene on Court Suzanne Lenglen, as the 37-year-old defeated Borna Coric in what may be his last Roland Garros.
The world No. 2 stepped on the gas after coming through a tight opening set on Tuesday night at Melbourne Park.
The Spaniard ultimately had the final statement in the first-set tiebreaker, however, to lead their first-round match Tuesday.