Key Takeaways
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De Minaur overcame rain delays to secure victory in Cincinnati
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He announced a new collaboration with Ralph Lauren, highlighting shared values
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The Australian emphasized mental goals and building confidence ahead of the US Open
Handling tough conditions
Alex de Minaur reflected on the challenges of playing through multiple rain delays. “It was a tough day with a lot of starts and stops. Not easy to go out there, but I found a solution and that gives me confidence,” he said. Despite interruptions, he managed to stay composed and finish strongly.
Facing Arthur Fils
De Minaur analyzed the style of his opponent Arthur Fils, noting the aggressive nature of his game. “Arthur has the ability to play really high‑level tennis. He tries to take the racquet out of your hand with his backhand and return. For me, it was about trying to absorb that and figure out what worked,” he commented. Winning the first set proved crucial before closing out the match in straight sets.
Sharpening execution
The Australian explained how he continues to refine his game. “We were a bit sharper overall, fewer errors and better execution. Every week I’m trying to find my limit, and there’s nothing better than getting wins. That gives us more confidence and energy,” he said. His focus remains on steady improvement and consistency.
Ralph Lauren partnership
Away from the court, De Minaur expressed excitement about his new role as a Ralph Lauren ambassador. “It’s a collaboration I’m really excited about. It’s the style I would wear every day, and we share a lot of values. They even dressed me for my wedding and made me look like James Bond,” he said. He highlighted the connection between fashion, classic cars, and personal style as part of the partnership.
Mental goals and resilience
De Minaur also discussed his mental approach. “My mental goals are to keep building and to show fire, desire, and hunger. Showing positive emotions is helping me on court,” he explained. He admitted that after Wimbledon he felt disappointment but emphasized his ability to bounce back. “I’ve had brutal losses in my career, but I always get back up. We’re building step by step, finding good tennis, and heading in the right direction,” he said.
De Minaur now awaits his next opponent in Cincinnati, confident that his form, mindset, and new partnership off the court will fuel his progress through the tournament.
ATP Cincinnati - Alex De Minaur's projected path
Alex De Minaur in 2026
Now the world no.8, Alex played his last match on the 17th of August when he overcame world no.37 Arthur Fery 7-5 7-6(3) in the 3rd round in Cincinnati (draw).
This season De Minaur has achieved a compiled 32-16 match record. The Australian clinched 1 title in Rotterdam.
