Gael Monfils, who won 13 ATP titles, recently retired from tennis after a 22-year playing career. (AFP pic)PARIS: Gael Monfils, who recently retired from tennis after a 22-year playing career, has been appointed captain of the France Davis Cup team, the French Tennis Federation (FFT) announced Saturday.
"Drawing on his 22 years on the professional circuit, Gael Monfils will bring all his top-level experience to the France team," the FFT said in a statement.
The 40-year-old succeeds Paul-Henri Mathieu, who had held the role for three years.
"It's an immense source of pride to become captain of the French national team," said Monfils.
