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Alex de Minaur discusses aspirations for Australian women's tennis growth

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Alex de Minaur discusses aspirations for Australian women's tennis growth
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Alex de Minaur expressed optimism for Australian women's tennis following recent criticism from former players about its current state. In a press conference after winning his first-round match at the China Open, De Minaur praised the recent achievements of women like Kimberly Birrell, who won her first WTA title, and Talia Gibson, who reached the WTA 500 final. He hopes to see more women in the top 100 rankings, emphasizing the benefits of increased competition. As the highest-ranked Australian player, De Minaur plans to shift his focus to Grand Slam tournaments next year after a mixed performance this season.

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  • •De Minaur won his first-round match at the China Open.
  • •He praised the recent success of Australian women in tennis.
  • •Birrell won her first WTA title, while Gibson reached a final.
  • •De Minaur aims to see more Australian women in the top 100.
  • •He plans to prioritize performance in Grand Slam tournaments next season.
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Alex de Minaur has big hopes for Australian women’s tennis after recent criticism. After the US Open this year, some former players including seven-time Grand...

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