Gael Monfils has been appointed captain of France's Davis Cup team following his retirement from professional tennis. The announcement was made on November 7, 2026.
Monfils, a former world No. 6 and veteran of numerous Davis Cup campaigns for France, takes over leadership of the national team after concluding his playing career. The 38-year-old Frenchman represented his country in the competition for nearly two decades, compiling a strong record in both singles and doubles rubbers.
The appointment signals a continuation of France's tradition of turning to former players to guide the Davis Cup squad. Monfils brings extensive experience from 19 Davis Cup ties dating back to his debut in 2006, including runs to the final in 2010, 2014, and 2018.
