Gaël Monfils's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Tennis
Gaël Monfils's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
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| Back Injuries | Lower Back | 2017-08-27 | Severe pain and restricted movement. | Monfils experienced a lower back injury during a match, which forced him to withdraw from the US Open 2017. | Suffered during a match due to a sudden twisting motion. | 8-12 weeks | Rest, physiotherapy, and core strengthening exercises. | Withdrawal from the US Open and subsequent tournaments. | Significant stress and worry about long-term back health. | None related to the lower back. | 2017-11-15 | Severe | Rest, physiotherapy, and pain management. | Physiotherapist and chiropractor. | Potential for chronic back issues. | Core strengthening and proper stretching routines. | US Open 2017 | Sharp pain and stiffness in the lower back. | High | Family, coach, and medical team. | Paris, France |
| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 2019-03-14 | Swelling and pain, necessitating medical evaluation. | During a match, Monfils twisted his right knee, causing significant pain and swelling, leading to a withdrawal from the tournament. | Occurred during a match when Monfils twisted his knee awkwardly. | 6-8 weeks | Rest, ice therapy, and strengthening exercises. | Missed several ATP Tour events, affecting ranking points. | Concern about the stability of the knee in future matches. | Previous knee issues, including minor sprains. | 2019-05-10 | Moderate | Rest and physiotherapy. | Sports doctor and physiotherapist. | Increased risk of future knee injuries. | Knee braces and targeted strengthening exercises. | Miami Open 2019 | Swelling and pain in the right knee. | Moderate | Coach and physiotherapist. | Paris, France |
| Tendinitis | Right Ankle | 2022-05-09 | Required surgery to repair the ruptured tendon. | Gaël Monfils suffered a serious Achilles tendon rupture during a match, leading to immediate surgery and a long recovery period. | During a match, Monfils felt a sharp pain in his right ankle after a sudden movement. | 6-9 months | Intensive physiotherapy and gradual return to physical activity. | Missed several major tournaments, including the French Open and Wimbledon. | Frustration and anxiety about returning to competitive form. | None related to the right ankle. | 2023-02-15 | Severe | Surgery followed by physiotherapy. | Orthopedic surgeon and physiotherapist. | Potential risk of re-injury and reduced mobility. | Strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines. | French Open, Wimbledon, US Open 2022 | Sharp pain and inability to bear weight on the right ankle. | Moderate to high | Family, coach, and medical team. | Paris, France |
| Wrist Injuries | Left Wrist | 2021-08-19 | Pain and inflammation, requiring rest and treatment. | Monfils experienced a left wrist injury during practice, leading to withdrawal from several tournaments. | Incurred during a practice session while hitting a backhand. | 4-6 weeks | Rest, anti-inflammatory medication, and physical therapy. | Missed US Open 2021 and several lead-up tournaments. | Frustration due to interruption in form and momentum. | Recurring wrist issues in past seasons. | 2021-10-10 | Moderate | Rest and physical therapy. | Physiotherapist and sports doctor. | Potential for chronic wrist pain. | Wrist strengthening exercises and proper technique. | US Open 2021 | Pain and swelling in the left wrist. | Moderate | Coach and medical team. | Monte Carlo, Monaco |
Gaël Monfils's Sports Injuries Videos
Monfils Forced to Retire with Injury vs Draper | Montreal 2022
The video shows a tennis player in significant distress due to an injury, possibly related to the Achilles. Despite having his foot taped, the pain is too severe, leading his team to advise him to stop playing to avoid further jeopardizing his season. The player had been performing well recently, making the situation even more unfortunate.
From Agony to Ecstasy: Gael Monfils Overcomes Injury Against Norrie | Cincinnati 2023
Trying to hit the drop shot, doesn't look good. You okay? We think he experienced some sort of discomfort or pain just before the drop shot. He was checking out at a point, wasn't he? But he's really struggling here, ladies and gentlemen. Oh, what a blow this is.
Game Nori. He does break. Nori leads five games to three. Just wondering how much tennis won.
Oh, he's made it. That's exactly what he does. Did well there to stay focused. Massive. Great use of the courts from the front. Didn't need to.
Well, here we go. Don't let up from One Piece. Flick of the turbo switch straight away in the third set here. Amazing control.
No, what a point. Best of the match yet. Another forehand misses the mark and scale my face is slowly but surely. Oh, that's huge. What a forehand off a deep return. That was central. Normally tough to attack those sorts of balls.
Victory for Gael Monfils. Takes out the number 13 seed Cam Norrie in a match that had a bit of everything—drama throughout in tricky conditions. And that's his second top 20 win in as many weeks. He took out Tsitsipas in Canada and now Norrie.
2015 Miami Open - Gael Monfils suffers a bad fall while playing against Tomas Berdych
Gael Monfils falls down during his fourth-round match in Miami against Tomas Berdych and is forced to retire. Monfils appears to have tried to slide, but his foot got stuck, causing him to turn over and possibly jam his hip. He is in obvious discomfort and significant pain. Berdych shows sportsmanship by running over to help Monfils. The incident highlights the danger of trying to slide on a hard court, where the surface can become worn out, especially around the baseline, causing feet to stick unexpectedly.
