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Monfils Falls to Barrios Vera in Final Toronto Masters Appearance

Barrios Vera capitalized on Monfils’ 15 double faults in sweltering conditions to secure his first Masters-level win

Gael Monfils squandered four match points on his way to defeat in the opening round of the ATP Toronto Masters
France's Gael Monfils says he has played his final match in Toronto after a loss to Tomas Barrios Vera of Chile

Overview

  • Gael Monfils squandered four match points before succumbing 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 (7/3) to qualifier Tomas Barrios Vera in near-35°C heat.
  • Tomas Barrios Vera celebrated his first Masters-level victory and ended a seven-match losing streak dating to February.
  • The 38-year-old French veteran struck a career-high 15 double faults, undermining his performance in the deciding set.
  • Monfils confirmed that this defeat marks his last appearance at the Toronto Masters after 14 participations.
  • Barrios Vera advances to face Alex Michelsen in a second round made more open by the absence of four top-10 players, including Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz.