Gael Monfils had an incredible message for fans who bet on him in his first-round match at the Stuttgart Open this week.
Monfils lost to Alex Michelsen 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 in their match, which was an expected result for many reasons, including the fact that Michelsen entered the tournament as the 7-seed. Even Monfils expected the result. In fact, the 38-year-old Frenchman recorded a video he shared on his Instagram Live in which he ripped those who wagered on him and were on his case for losing.
“You’re still betting on me? First tournament on grass! I’m playing Alex Michelsen. 20 years old. 35 in the world. And you want to bet on me? You write in that I’m sh-t. I know I’m sh-t. We both know I’m sh-it. And you still bet on me? Who’s the dumbest between you and me? Be honest,” Monfils said in his video (censored by LBS).
Monfils’ points are well taken. If you are upset that he lost and you had bet on him, that’s your problem. Even Monfils thinks that was a bad idea.
Monfils has been ranked as high as No. 6 in the world, but that was nearly a decade ago. He’s currently ranked No. 42 and he even made a run to the fourth round in the Australian Open in January. He remains a fan favorite for his great personality, which was on full display in the video.
Gael Monfils calls out bettors attacking him after his loss in Stuttgart
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) June 11, 2025
“Really? You’re still betting on me? You’re writing that I’m sh*t. I know I’m sh*t. We both know I’m sh*t” 😭😭😭😭
(h/t @_endlessfigure8)
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