Demon Maintains Rare Australian Open Winning Streak
Alex De Minaur is currently on track to maintain a remarkable winning streak at the Australian Open. This achievement, over seven consecutive appearances, has made him one of the notable figures in the tournament’s history.
De Minaur’s Path to Quarterfinals
To continue his streak, De Minaur will need to navigate the upcoming rounds successfully. He is set to face Frances Tiafoe, followed by a potential fourth-round clash against either Alexander Bublik, ranked No. 10 in the world, or Tomas Martin Etcheverry.
Record-Breaking Achievements
At the age of 26, De Minaur has already added significant milestones to his Grand Slam career at Melbourne Park. After a second-round victory over Hamad Medjedovic, he notched his 20th singles win at the Australian Open.
- De Minaur is the third Australian man with 20+ singles wins at the AO since its relocation to Melbourne Park.
- He joins Mark Woodford, who has 23 wins, and his idol Lleyton Hewitt, who achieved 32 wins.
Hewitt remains the only Australian man to surpass De Minaur in Grand Slam singles matches won on hard courts during the Open era. This places De Minaur among Australia’s elite tennis players, highlighting his consistent performance.
Quotes and Reflections
After defeating Medjedovic, De Minaur expressed pride in his victory, recognizing the challenge posed by a tough opponent. His ability to perform under pressure contributes to his growing legacy in Australian tennis.
The eyes of Australian tennis fans will be on De Minaur as he strives to advance further in the Australian Open, continuing his winning streak and adding to his impressive record.
