French tennis veteran Gael Monfils has been appointed captain of France's Davis Cup team following his retirement from professional competition. The announcement was made on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Monfils, a former world No. 6 and longtime French Davis Cup representative, takes over leadership of the national team after concluding his playing career. The appointment marks a direct transition from player to captain for the 38-year-old, who has been a fixture in French tennis for nearly two decades.
