Ivo Karlovic holds the ATP Tour record, having won through to final in Pune, India in 2019 at the age of 39 years, 311 days. Monfils edges Stan Wawrinka who was aged 38 years and 124 days when he reached the final at Umag, Croatia in 2023.

Gael Monfils shocks Taylor Fritz to reach last 16 at Australian Open - The 38-year-old defeated a top-five player at a grand slam for the first time since 2008.

Gael Monfils, at 38 years old, stunned Taylor Fritz to reach the last 16 of the Australian Open. With agility and strategy, Monfils turned back the clock and celebrated with a dance on court. This victory marks a significant milestone in a season that's seen him reach new heights.