Tennis fans are looking forward to the epic match between Frenchman Gael Monfils and Swiss Stan Wawrinka in the second round of Wimbledon. This meeting promises to become historic not only because of its participants, but also because of their combined age, which will be 77 years and 37 days. This is the highest for a Wimbledon men's singles match since 1971.
Historical context
The previous record was held by Rod Laver and Bob Howe in 1971, when they had a combined age of 77. Now, more than half a century later, Monfils and Wawrinka will surpass that mark, making their meeting even more anticipated.
Statistics and previous meetings
Monfils and Wawrinka have met on the court six times, and each of them has three victories. This makes their seventh meeting especially intriguing. Gael Monfils, currently ranked 33rd in the ATP rankings, defeated his compatriot Adrian Mannarino in the first round. Stan Wawrinka, occupying the 95th position, knocked out the British Charles Broome.
The first meeting on the grass
This match will be the first meeting between Monfils and Wawrinka on grass. Wimbledon grass adds even more unpredictability, as players have different playing styles and approaches to this type of surface. Monfils is known for his athleticism and speed, while Wawrinka is known for his power hitting and consistency.
Comments of experts
Experts have different opinions about who has a better chance of winning. John McEnroe, the legendary tennis player, believes that the key factor will be the experience and fitness of the players.
"This will be a match for survival. Both players have experience and skill, but everything will be decided by their readiness to play on grass," said McEnroe.
Forecasts and expectations
Many believe that this match can become one of the most interesting at this year's Wimbledon. Fans from all over the world are already preparing for an exciting spectacle, because both players have something to prove.
If Monfils can use his speed and athleticism, he will have a significant advantage. On the other hand, Wawrinka, with his powerful backhand, can cause serious problems for the Frenchman.
Results
Regardless of the outcome, this match has already gone down in history due to its unique statistics and significance for both players. Fans are looking forward to this epic matchup, which promises to be one of the highlights of Wimbledon 2023.
Editor: Yana Davidyuk
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