Alex De Minaur, born February 17, 1999, is an Australian professional tennis player known for his speed and tenacity on the court. He turned professional in 2015 and has been consistently rising through the ranks, achieving his career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 15 in the world as of June 2021. De Minaur has been a top contender in several ATP tournaments and earned multiple titles contributing to his growing reputation on the international tennis scene.
One of his most significant achievements came in 2019 when he won three ATP titles: in Sydney, Atlanta, and Zhuhai. De Minaur is coached by Adolfo Gutierrez and has been praised for his relentless energy and defensive skills, often compared to those of tennis greats due to his ability to chase down balls and turn defense into attack.
On a personal note, Alex was born in Sydney, Australia, to a Spanish mother and an Uruguayan father, and spent part of his childhood in Spain, where he trained extensively. He holds dual Australian and Spanish citizenship. He is known to keep his personal life relatively private, but it is public knowledge that he has been in a relationship with fellow tennis player Katie Boulter.
De Minaur is known for his humble demeanor and sportsmanship on and off the court. He is multilingual, fluent in English and Spanish, which has endeared him to a broad fan base. His nickname, "Demon," plays off both his last name and his fierce playing style.
Interesting facts about Alex De Minaur include his love for surfing, which he often engages in as a relaxing activity away from the tennis court. Additionally, he has an interest in Formula 1 racing and sometimes entertains the idea of racing cars after his tennis career.