Alex de Minaur Breaks 20-Year Australian Hoodoo at French Open

Australian Reaches Quarterfinals for First Time in Two Decades

De Minaur Continues Strong Start to 2024 Season

PARIS, France (AP) – Alex de Minaur became the first Australian man in 20 years to reach the quarterfinals of the French Open on Monday, as the 11th seed continued his strong start to the 2024 season.

De Minaur defeated fellow Australian Alex Michelsen in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4, to book his place in the last eight of the tournament. It is the first time an Australian man has reached the quarterfinals at Roland Garros since Lleyton Hewitt in 2004.

After a disappointing exit in the first round of the Australian Open in January, De Minaur has turned his season around with a series of impressive performances. He has now won 19 matches on the ATP Tour this year, more than any other player.

De Minaur will face either Andrey Rublev or Stefanos Tsitsipas in the quarterfinals on Wednesday. It will be a tough test for the Australian, but he is confident that he can continue his run at the French Open.

Conclusion

De Minaur's victory is a significant achievement for Australian tennis. It shows that the next generation of Australian players is starting to emerge, and that they are capable of competing with the best in the world. De Minaur's performance at Roland Garros is a sign of things to come, and he will be one to watch in the years ahead.