The fifth-ranked player in the world, British tennis star **[Jack Draper](https://www.example.com)**, shared his thoughts about French player **Gaël Monfils** (ranked 42nd in the ATP) after defeating him in the second round of the 2025 French Open, with a score of 6:3, 4:6, 6:3, 7:5.

“He’s someone I really admire as a player. Off the court, he’s incredibly kind. He’s such a jokester. He’s a magician. He’s a person who can do anything. I have a lot of respect for him. I hope he gets the chance to compete here again,” Draper said in a post-match interview.

The 38-year-old Monfils previously announced that he does not intend to retire and aims to play in the French Open next season. Meanwhile, Draper will face Brazilian player João Fonseca in the third round this year.