Gaël Monfils takes final grand slam bow after US Open defeat to Learner Tien

Gaël Monfils, the 38-year-old French tennis veteran, was eliminated from the US Open in straight sets by 14th seed Learner Tien, marking his final appearance at a grand slam tournament. Monfils, who will retire at the end of the 2026 season, lost despite having entertained fans with a dazzling mid-air forehand in his first-round win earlier in the tournament. The victory sends Tien through to the US Open third round for the first time in his career.