Fan favourite Frenchman Gael Monfils  has stormed back from a set and 2-5 down to reach the ASB Classic's second round
	Fan favourite Frenchman Gael Monfils  has stormed back from a set and 2-5 down to reach the ASB Classic's second round
    
	
    
	
	7 January 2025 
		
		
        
	
Monfils has beaten Spaniard Pedro Martinez 1-6 7-6 6-3 for a spot in the last 16 in Auckland - after his rival had served for the match in the second set.
Earlier, Kiwi-raised Brit Cam Norrie was ousted by a lucky loser from Argentina in straight sets, leaving him frustrated.
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