After a tough battle between the two, Monfils is the one that emerges victorious by claiming the 1st set 7-6 (7-3). Sweeny gave a good account of himself and with the crowd backing him, but Frenchman was too good and takes the first set honours.
Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny Live Score, AO 2026 1st Round: Frenchman Wins First Set Via Tie-Break
Gael Monfils faces home favourite Dane Sweeny in the Australian Open 2026 first round, with experience meeting youth in a lively Day 3 Melbourne clash
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On Day 3 of the Australian Open 2026, Gael Monfils will face rising Australian Dane Sweeny in a compelling first-round match at Melbourne Park. Monfils, the veteran Frenchman known for his athleticism and flair, returns to the Grand Slam stage looking to advance further in what could be one of his final major appearances. Sweeny, on the other hand, enters buoyed by home support and recent improvements in his game as he seeks to make a breakthrough at his home Grand Slam. The contrasting styles and experience levels make this an intriguing early clash, with both players aiming to establish rhythm and confidence in the opening round under the bright lights of Show Court Arena.
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Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny LIVE Score, Australian Open 2026 First Round: Tie-Break On
Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny LIVE Score, Australian Open 2026 First Round: Tie-Break On
Monfils and Sweeny are in engrossed in a fierce battle in the first round match at the Kia Arena. The match has gone to tie-break and it seems, one unforced error could decide as to which way the pendulum will swing.
Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny LIVE Score, Australian Open 2026 First Round: Match Swinging Either Way
Both players are holding on their serve and are giving very little away. Sweeny leads 4-3 but Monfils is on the Australian heels and this could get really interesting.
Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny LIVE Score, Australian Open 2026 First Round: Sweeny Takes 2-1 Lead
Dane Sweeny holds on to his serve as he takes a 2-1 lead in the 1st set against Monfils.
Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny LIVE Score, Australian Open 2026 First Round: Action Underway
Sweeny is serving first in the 1st round match at the Kia Arena against the Frenchman. The Australian has raced to a 1-0 lead in the 1st set with huge crowd here, to support their local man.
Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny LIVE Score, Australian Open 2026 First Round: Match To Start Soon
Match to begin soon on the Show Court Arena between Monfils and Sweeny. Will this the Frenchman's final outing in Melbourne Park? Let's wait and watch.
Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny LIVE Score, Australian Open 2026 First Round: Frenchman's Final Outing At AO
Frenchman Gael Monfils last year announced that 2026 will be his last on the tennis court. The 39-year-old has won 13 titles in his career.
"Life is too short. Believe me when I say that I have no regrets," Monfils wrote on Instagram.
"What I do have is the feeling that I have been lucky: insanely, stupidly lucky. I've had the chance to play during a golden age of tennis, alongside some of the greatest names in the history of our sport: Federer, Nadal, Djokovic, Murray.
"The opportunity to turn my passion into a profession is a privilege I have cherished during every match and moment of my 21-year career."
Gael Monfils Vs Dane Sweeny LIVE Score, Australian Open 2026 First Round: Sweeny's Spot In Main Draw
24-year-old Australian battled to a 7-6 (7-5) 7-6 (7-4) win over Italian veteran Stefano Travaglia to secure his spot, in the Grand Slam main draw.
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