ATP 2025 Australian Open
Day 3 – Tuesday 14 January, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.


- The match up: Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard vs Gael Monfils
- Event Name: 2025 Australian Open
- Match Date: Tuesday 14 January
- Day Of Event: Day 3
- Event Address: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Let’s have a look at all the career, performance and head-to-head stats for the match and find out if Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard or Gael Monfils is expected to win.
Match Details:
Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard vs Gael Monfils – Tuesday 14 January – 2025 Australian Open – Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard vs Gael Monfils Head-to-Head, Preview, Stats & Pick:
Head To Head first meeting.
In a highly anticipated all-French battle, the 30th-ranked Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard will face off against the experienced Gael Monfils. This will be their first meeting, adding to the excitement surrounding this clash on the court.
The encounter between Mpetshi Perricard and Monfils marks the 39th all-French men’s singles match at the Australian Open and the 212th all-French men’s singles match at a Grand Slam in the Open Era. Both players possess a strong history of facing their fellow countrymen, with Monfils holding a 3-3 win-loss record against French players at the Australian Open and an impressive 18-7 win-loss record at Grand Slams overall. Additionally, Monfils boasts a solid 66-35 win-loss record against fellow French players at the Tour-level.
Mpetshi Perricard comes into this matchup with confidence, having won the only match he has played against a fellow French player at Tour-level. This victory occurred in the quarterfinals at Lyon last year, a triumph that propelled him to his first Tour-level title. In contrast, Monfils has proven himself against his compatriots, accumulating a respectable record against fellow French players throughout his career.
Analyzing their respective career records, Mpetshi Perricard holds a 3-4 win-loss record in Grand Slam tournaments, while Monfils boasts an impressive 125-63 record. However, Mpetshi Perricard is yet to make an appearance at the Australian Open, making this his debut at the prestigious event. Monfils, on the other hand, has a 34-18 win-loss record at the Australian Open and a total of 65 Grand Slam appearances under his belt.
Looking at their performances in the current season, Mpetshi Perricard has displayed promising form, producing a 3-1 record overall and on hard courts. This strong start suggests that he is in good shape heading into this encounter. However, Monfils cannot be underestimated, as he holds a formidable 6-1 record in 2025, including a victory in the recent Auckland tournament.
In terms of their previous performances in five-set matches, Mpetshi Perricard has a 1-2 record, securing his first five-set victory against Sebastian Korda at Wimbledon last year. On the other hand, Monfils has a more even record of 19-19 in five-set matches, demonstrating his ability to dig deep and fight for victories.
Both players bring unique strengths to the court. Mpetshi Perricard possesses a career-high ranking of No. 30, which he achieved in November of last year. He has also shown promise as a junior player, reaching a career-high junior ranking of No. 4 in July 2021. In contrast, Monfils has had an illustrious career, reaching a career-high ranking of No. 6 in November 2016. However, Monfils has recently experienced a dip in form, with last year being the first season since 2005 in which he failed to reach at least one Tour-level final.
As we eagerly await this highly anticipated matchup, all eyes will be on Mpetshi Perricard and Monfils as they battle it out for a spot in the second round. With their respective records and strengths, it promises to be an exciting and fiercely contested encounter. Will Mpetshi Perricard make a successful Australian Open debut, or will Monfils prove his experience and skill on the court? Tennis fans and aficionados alike will have to tune in to find out.
Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard vs Gael Monfils Prediction:
I believe Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard will win in straight sets.
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