Watch: Monfils On Source of High Hops
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NEW YORK—Gael Monfils is one of tennis’ leading leapers, but the flying Frenchman wasn’t inspired to new heights watching tennis.The explosive Monfils, who will face 24th-seeded Matteo Berrettini in tomorrow’s US Open quarterfinals, said his desire to elevate came from hardwood heroes Michael Jordan, Chicago Bulls teammate Dennis Rodman and Allen Iverson.More: Svitolina Sweeps Into US Open Semifinals“Never watched tennis, to be honest with you,” Monfils said. “Never watched tennis. In tennis, no. But basketball, yes. I saw couple guys.
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Chris Oddo. Chris Oddo is a freelance sportswriter, podcaster, blogger and social media marker who is a lead contributor to Tennisnow.com. He also writes for USOpen.org, Rolandgarros.com, BNPParibasOpen.com, TennisTV.com, WTAtennis.com and the official US Open program.
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