Alex de Minaur is the Australian No. 1 and one of the finest movers and counter-punchers in men’s tennis, with a career-high ranking of world No. 6 and a relentless, high-intensity game built on elite speed and an improved serve. Nicknamed “Demon”, the Sydney-born baseliner has reached the quarter-finals of all four Grand Slams and is a multiple ATP titlist and a stalwart of Australia’s Davis Cup team. His clearest career goal is a maiden Grand Slam semi-final and a first major title.

Player Profile

Detail	Info
Full name	Alex de Minaur
Date of birth	17 February 1999
Nationality	Australian
Height	6ft 0in / 183cm
Plays	Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
Turned pro	2015
Nickname	Demon
Highest ranking	World No. 6
Grand Slam titles	0

Current World Ranking & Recent Form

De Minaur is established inside the ATP top 10 and is the highest-ranked Australian in men’s tennis, having reached a career-high of world No. 6 in July 2024. His consistency across all surfaces and his commitment in Davis Cup have made him one of the tour’s most reliable performers. For his live results, current tournament and next opponent, see our Alex de Minaur next match guide.

Selected recent results:

Tournament	Result	Notable
Wimbledon 2024	Quarter-final	first Wimbledon quarter-final
Washington 2025	Champion	added to his collection of ATP titles
US Open 2025	Quarter-final	lost to Felix Auger-Aliassime

Playing Style & Strengths

De Minaur is among the fastest players on the ATP Tour, a quality widely acknowledged by coaches, commentators and statistical analysts. His speed allows him to retrieve shots most players would concede, turning defensive positions into counter-attacking opportunities with sharp, low angles and excellent passing shots.

His serve has become a genuine asset since the early stages of his career, helping him take control of points and collect cheap points in key moments, particularly on faster surfaces. His backhand is reliable and consistent, and he uses his slice intelligently to disrupt opponents’ timing. He plays with a fearless intensity that has produced notable upsets against top-ranked players, and he adapts his game tactically to exploit opponents’ weaknesses, which makes him difficult to game-plan against.

Career Highlights & Grand Slam Record

De Minaur has won multiple ATP Tour titles and has reached the quarter-finals of all four Grand Slams. His Davis Cup performances have been among the most celebrated of his career, helping Australia to the final in 2022 and 2023, and a maiden Slam semi-final remains a key goal.

Grand Slam	Best result
Australian Open	Quarter-final
French Open	Quarter-final
Wimbledon	Quarter-final
US Open	Quarter-final

Stat	Value
ATP titles	Multiple (singles)
Grand Slam titles	0 (best: quarter-final at all four Slams)
Davis Cup	Runner-up with Australia (2022, 2023)
Highest ranking	World No. 6 (2024)

Head-to-Head Records

De Minaur trails the very top of the game, with Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz both holding perfect records against him. Daniil Medvedev leads their hard-court-heavy rivalry, though de Minaur has beaten him on clay. He is still chasing a first win over world No.1 Jannik Sinner, who leads their head-to-head 12-0.

Opponent	de Minaur	Opponent	Note
Jannik Sinner	0	12	Sinner has won every meeting to date
Carlos Alcaraz	0	6	Alcaraz has won every meeting to date
Daniil Medvedev	4	8	Medvedev leads; de Minaur stronger on clay
Novak Djokovic	1	3	Djokovic leads the rivalry

For full head-to-head comparisons, visit our tennis head-to-head records hub.

Tournament Schedule

As a top-10 player, de Minaur contests all four Grand Slams and the full ATP Masters 1000 calendar. His speed and retrieval make him most dangerous on hard courts and grass, while his fitness allows him to compete effectively even on clay against heavy spinners. For his current entry list, draw, next opponent and how to watch, see our Alex de Minaur next match guide and the ATP Tour hub.

Alex de Minaur Betting Tips & Predictions

De Minaur is one of the most reliable betting propositions on the ATP Tour for match-level betting; his speed and intensity rarely produce flat performances, and he is a genuine threat to disrupt opponents on any given day. He is particularly useful in live-betting scenarios, where his counter-punching style can turn matches late in sets. On grass his speed and retrieval make him even more dangerous, and at Wimbledon he is worth considering at longer odds.

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FAQs

What is Alex de Minaur’s world ranking?

De Minaur is established in the ATP top 10 and is the Australian No. 1, with a career-high of world No. 6. Track the live standings on our ATP rankings page.

How many Grand Slams has Alex de Minaur won?

None to date. His best results are quarter-final appearances at all four Slams. He has helped Australia reach the Davis Cup final but the title has eluded the team during his career.

Where is Alex de Minaur from?

He was born in Sydney, Australia, and spent much of his formative years in Spain. He is the Australian No. 1 and represents Australia in Davis Cup.

What surface does Alex de Minaur play best on?

Hard courts, where his speed, low angles and counter-punching cause maximum problems. He is also excellent on grass, where his retrieval and passing shots are especially effective.

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