"An Exceptional Volley": Djokovic Can Only Applaud Monfils at Brisbane 2025
In Brisbane, Gaël Monfils got the crowd on their feet: a lightning volley, coming out of nowhere, that left Novak Djokovic speechless.
The 2025 Brisbane tournament featured a clash between Novak Djokovic and Gaël Monfils in the second round.
Known for spectacular shots, the Frenchman did not hesitate to amaze the spectators on site.
SPONSORISÉ
Indeed, early in the second set, Djokovic, imperial in defense, thought he had locked up the point, but Monfils, a fine technician, responded with an exceptional volley.
The reaction of the former world number one illustrated the moment: Djokovic, very fair-play, applauded.
Despite this gesture, Monfils once again lost to the Grand Slam record holder (6-3, 6-3), bringing his record to 0-20 against him. But what we remember is the Frenchman's ability to electrify the entire stadium with a single point.
Dernière modification le 24/11/2025 à 14h01
Brisbane 
Davis Cup: between reforms, criticism and national culture 
When tennis stars change courts: from Noah the singer to Safin the deputy, another match – the battle of reinvention 
As a laboratory for tomorrow’s tennis, does the Next Gen Masters have a future? 
Tennis: the little-known truths about the offseason, between rest, stress and physical survival 
