Monday marked an emotional day at Roland Garros as two veterans made their final French Open appearances. Former champion Stan Wawrinka bowed out of his 21st and final tournament after a first-round loss to Dutchman Jesper de Jong, falling 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-4.
The 2015 champion departed the court to a standing ovation and loud applause, reflecting the enduring affection for the Swiss player as he waved a fond goodbye to the event.
Similarly, French showman Gaël Monfils bid an emotional farewell to the French Open. Monfils fought back from two sets down before ultimately falling in five sets to fellow Frenchman Hugo Gaston in the first round of his final appearance at the tournament.