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Alex de Minaur expresses disappointment after fourth-round loss at Wimbledon

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 11:01 PM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Alex de Minaur expresses disappointment after fourth-round loss at Wimbledon

Summary

Alex de Minaur, the No. 5 seed at Wimbledon, lost in the fourth round to Flavio Cobolli with a score of 7-5, 7-6(4), 6-3. In a post-match news conference, de Minaur spoke about the emotional toll of elite sport, stating, "It breaks me inside." He expressed his frustration with not capitalizing on opportunities and his struggles in Grand Slam competitions. Cobolli's victory adds to a series of upsets in the tournament, highlighting the unpredictable nature of tennis at this level. As the tournament progresses, players continue to vie for the championship.

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By the Numbers

•De Minaur lost to Cobolli in four sets.
•He described his emotional reaction as gut-wrenching.
•This loss adds to de Minaur's struggles in major tournaments.
•Cobolli's victory continues a trend of upsets at Wimbledon.
•The tournament showcases rising talents challenging established players.

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11:01 PMYahoo Sports — Wimbledon recap Day 8: Alex de Minaur and the devastation that comes with elite sport

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Follow The Athletic’s Wimbledon coverage Welcome to the Wimbledon briefing, where The Athletic will explain the stories behind the stories on each day of the tournament. On Day 8, the devastation and joy of elite sport, a finalist finding her way again and a rising Czech talent keeping it real. How did a top-5 player express the devastation of elite sport? When the fourth round of a Grand Slam rolls around and there have been upsets in the first week, there can be equal parts joy and agony. Play
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