Richard Gasquet recounts nearly spoiling Rafael Nadal's first Monte Carlo triumph

And one more record for Richard Gasquet. Since his very early arrival on the circuit, at the age of only 15, the Biterrois has accumulated the titles and distinctions of all kinds. On Sunday, on the beaten ground of the Monte-Carlo Country Club, whom he had left on a slam received against Dominic Thiem, retired since, during the last edition, the 38-year-old French veteran whose last appearances in the various tournaments mark each time the fare…

Richard Gasquet recounts nearly spoiling Rafael Nadal's first Monte Carlo triumph

Richard Gasquet admitted he used to fear Rafael Nadal but also highlighted that wasn't the case in one of their first meetings that came at the Monte Carlo Masters. 20 years ago, an 18-year-old Gasquet stunned Roger Federer to reach the Monte Carlo semifinal. Then, he met Nadal, who was also 18. While the Frenchman made a strong start and came only a set away from booking a final spot, he ultimately fell just short of his bid after the Spaniard …