This guy is going to bring in more fans for tennis. Tennis popularity is going to rise while he rises to legendary status

Gael is the proof: there is joy in life.

When comes to Gael there is always a show. Love his attitude and, yes Carlos is an amazing player.

Monfils is a tennis legend at this point, great to see he’s having fun w the youngster

I love watching Alcaraz play

That was a fun and entertaining match. I could see the respect between the two players.

Pocas veces en mi vida he visto, en tan corto espacio de tiempo, tanto ARTE Y GENIALIDAD sobre una cancha de tenis. Cuando abre el frasco de las esencias... este hombre puede hacer lo que quiera. Carlos Alcaraz me quito el sombrero delante de ti.

I love how Alcaraz has a huge smile after almost every point.

the increased maturity of Alcaraz is evident. he is playing percentage tennis focusing on precision and placement more rather than piwer, but his serve has scope for improvement on placement. However, he is being increasingly precise when required and on bog points. great to see and he will improve even more.

Gotta love Gael monfils! He has a great attitude and swagger.

Carlos Alcaraz is playing like GOAT, a Champion with his demeanor and attitude! He NOT ONLY plays AMAZING, but his personality on the court, shows his love for the game and having FUN! Add his demeanor, smile, and wonderful personality he will bring MORE people to watch this game we call Tennis, and begins with LOVE!!! And, Alcaraz demonstrates LOVE and FUN for the sport that can be played from cradle to grave! HE will ONE DAY win over 25 SLAMS! Add his humility on the court and you have a SUPER GOAT SUPER STAR!!!

Monfils Alcaraz matchup = pure entertainment. I can't imagine a better duo

¿ Depresión,tristeza,problemas..? Compra el ticket para ver a Carlos Alcaraz y su sonrisa te servirá de terapia.ESPECTACULAR

¡Oleeee Carlos! 🙌🙌 A seguir así. Vamooosss!!💪🇪🇸

Alcaraz has all the ingredients that Nadal lacked: fun, entertainer mindset, joy on court, great touch, consistently good non-clay only serve and a superb backhand. The only thing(s) missing - the combative spirit of Nadal, huge rpm and arguably the crazy speed Nadal had as a teen (but then Alcaraz needs to run less). As an admirer of Nadal, I am so glad Alcaraz has inherited the crown.

Carlitos felt a little bit generous at the end of the match but it was inevitable 😂❤❤

Imagine 15-20 years later when Carlos retires, he might break all sorts of records but he will certainly have the best collection of amazing points won. He plays some breathtaking points every match.

It takez a lot for Monfils the veteran to be so cheerful in defeat...yet he is. This match looked like a bit of an expo for awhile. Alcaraz's deep penetrating shots and Monfils' ability to run anything down.

I’ve enjoyed watching Monfils for so many years. Dude is such a good player, always gives the fans a show and has no drama. Always fun to watch. Carlos was on fire.

Monfil is amazing. I'd be so frustrated at this upstart kid making me look like a scrub yet he has a big smile on his face, high fiving Alcaraz and a big smile at the end. That's the spirit of a strong player.

Monfils smile on a tennis court is legend!

Monfils only brings good vibes. Tennis needs people like him.

This guy is set to run the whole show from here onwards. Staggering talent.

Hope Carlos will win Miami masters.

It's so beautiful to see them smilling having fun.

Alcaraz at this level is unbeateble. Just perfect. Reminds me to Federers prime but even more solid.

That's as precise, clean, and thoughtful ball-striking as I've ever seen in tennis.

as an Italian fan, it is beautiful to see Sinner rivaling with such a nice, kind, talented guy such as Carlos. Always happy to see him win and am looking forward to this legendary rivarly with Jannik.

Alcaraz is playing at his best now! If he and Sinner reaches finals, it will be thrilling contest.

Monfils is a good soul ❤

Vamos Carlitos...not worrying about the number 1 spot just tennis, business as usual keep the mentality high.❤❤❤❤

Guys like this...Great skill...Greater yet personalities, keep ATP fans glued to the screen.

yo man.... Alcaraz is a true BEAST !! My Godness, I can't imagine the ceiling of this boy, what a beast, the moment he reaches his prime... pff, I still can't imagine it, especially because of his age.

what a nice human being monfils is,smiley respect and entertaining !

Immagina avere il più forte tennista italiano della storia nello stesso periodo in cui gioca quello che sarà il più grande tennista della storia... Che sfiga 😅... Cmq grandissimo giocatore

Sportsmanship and showmanship

I wrote the following after Alcaraz's defeat of Carballes Baena: "Alcaraz simply played one of the best matches I have ever seen, even from him. The best serving I can recall from him, incredible ball-striking, impeccable control and accuracy, an almost perfect net game, and brilliantly designed sequences extremely well thought out. At this level, no player could beat him -- not even Novak or Sinner." Every word applies to the Monfils match as well. Other than a game off when he had two to spare, he was almost flawless.

If Carlos could play every match this relaxed, confident, and toying with the opponent so much, he'd be virtually unbeatable.

Alcaraz reminds me on roger in his prime. Sooo many ways he can win a point. Almost too many

Well done Carlos! 👏😍

Monfils legend! The showman from this time we need in tennis!

Es un artista Carlitos, que gusto da verlo jugar 😍

I love his smile 😊

Gaël was having fun. I admire his attitude. He recognizes the tournament is first a game, the competition comes second.

I always love the Gael`s attitude. That guy always put a smile in my face. And what to say about Carlos, he is a monster at this level.

Incredible Alcaraz🔥🎾

Two of my favorites bros. A doubles with these guys would be cool.

Both enjoy the match a lot of fun

We already knew who would win… Still worth the watch! Nothing but love for these two 🫶🏾

This was a remarkable match! Bonkers shotmaking by both, and they were having a blast out there, playing to a very appreciative audience.

I think it's time for a new price by the ATP. A fan favourite award? We can't let Monfils go without a big price. He deserves it.

The only weakness Alcaraz had/s is to lose focus when he's ahead. It happened here too, when he lost his serve in the second, but he's improved a lot in this area and he seems to get back on track quicker now.

No idea why they always take thumbnail of Alcaraz as shouting like a madman.

I could never understand the people who kept saying we were "lucky" to watch tennis in the era of Federer, Nadal, Djokivic. To me, every period had seen players who are very good and entertaining.

The highlight reel himself ❤❤❤

In terms of tennis quality it seems Alcaraz might be the best of all times. I follow tennis since 1995 and the victory of Thomas Muster at French open and I never witnessed that ever. He has the most complete Total Tennis ever. The only thing he might not beat is Nadal dominance on clay, and of course he didn't much confront the Big 3. But I never imagined we would see a player that brings a new paradigm that soon (he has probably the best drop shots I ever seen, unless someone would bring another relevant example that I could forget).

nice to see 2 players just having fun

Yes. People buy a ticket to watch such entertaining games.

Great match, with some fantastic points from both players ❤

Alcaraz is on another level

Monfis is just fantastic on court. You can tell he’s a nice guy to the core

Glad to comment to this match

Alcaraz massterclas

I don’t know if I’m happy or jealous when I watch Carlos play!!!

Sigh . . . when I see Carlos play, I actually think of Monfils. I've long thought that Monfils was destined for grand slam greatness but it has never happened. His backhand has always been a bit of an issue but by and large, he had all of the tools: Ridiculous court speed, nice first serve, big forehand, creativity, etc. There are weaknesses like return of serve, net game and shot tolerance but I think the biggest issue has always been either his confidence in that he could actually win a slam or I've now come to wonder if he ever really aspired to win a huge title? I'm honestly not sure and I don't know if we will ever really find out but too often he will just hit crazy shots mid-rally that do nothing for him when it comes to winning the point. I honestly have seen more fight from him in the last couple of years but I wish we would have seen what he was truly capable of 15+ years ago after he won 3 junior grand slam titles. He was supposed to be the next big thing and it never really happened. Still a fantastic player, great entertainer and seemingly a wonderful person but I just wish he had a more competitive nature.

What HARMONY between you TWO👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾‼️ KARIN♥️

Monfils is really lovable

So nice to see these players show their stuff and smile too... thanks...

Great to see them enjoying a good match, there is much more riding on success at their level so it's usually harder to enjoy the *game your playing*.

How fun! Felt like I was watching an exhibition match!

The tennis world can only hope these two play many more matches before Monfils retires.

Two of the nicest guys on tour. I wish we could have seen prime Monfils against Alcaraz though that would have been something else

Son mis dos jugadores favoritos del circuito!!

2:25 this point is peak tennis

Monfils. Man what a great guy

Vamos!

When i was younger and super serious, i despised these "playful, entertaining" exchanges. Now that am older i appreciate Monfils a bit more and bless Carlos for being sporty with him and having fun by allowing Monfils 4gms in da 2nd set. Their playful exchanges brought a smile to my face esp that incredible rally they had and the net cord thing all in tge 2nd set. High fiving each other, good stuff!

Alcaraz is food for tennis as he is massive star with crowd and even danii said his attacking tennis is loved by crowd

Not often you see Monfils gets out done in the Athletic department

Two very nice players❤

I’m a bit concerned on Monfils Achilles injury

Charlie is having a good time on court

too good from alcaraz

Fe licidades mi niño Alcaraz🎉🎉❤ 1:45

relaxing and tension-free match

Vamoooossss 💪💪

Love these two.

Gael is one of the best players to have never won a Grand Slam. I always find myself rooting for him every time!

when Vamositos enjoy and have fun on court he is the best , unbitobol

Gael knew there was no chance so he just let charlie show his skills and admired them

This is the difference between Alcaraz and Iga. Carlos knows the value of entertaining fans who buy tickets. He could have bageled Monfils but he also has a kind heart and allowed Gael to have a bit of fun by sending the ball back instead of just getting the win right away. But i do admire Iga for her focus on winning. It’s just not as entertaining and doesnt bring warm and fuzzy smiles to my heart

Magic!!!!

It feels like Monfils has been competing for half a century by now.

Quoiqu'il arrive Monfils sourit. Heureux de vivre un moment hors du commun. Heureux de jouer contre Alcaraz. 💫

Fairplay Forever ♾️👍👏🤝

“When there is nothing to do you better relax and have fun”. Monfils

this is alcaraz baby ❤

Alcaraz must win many Roland Garros slams.. than he wil be a legend💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

Simply... Carlito's Way!

Que grande carlitos