Alex de Minaur eliminated by Jakub Mensik at French Open
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 7:13 PM
Last updated May 29, 2026
Alex de Minaur was eliminated from the French Open in the third round after losing to Jakub Mensik, with scores of 0-6, 6-2, 6-2, 6-3. De Minaur, who had a significant opportunity to advance following the exit of top contenders like Jannik Sinner, struggled to maintain his early lead in the match. Mensik's victory highlights the shift in momentum that can occur in major tournaments as younger players emerge. De Minaur will look to regroup as the season progresses, with future tournaments on the horizon.
- •De Minaur lost in straight sets after an initial lead.
- •Match scores were 0-6, 6-2, 6-2, 6-3 in favor of Mensik.
- •Jannik Sinner's earlier exit added to de Minaur's motivation.
- •Mensik is regarded as a rising star in tennis.
- 7:13 PMThe Guardian Sport — Alex de Minaur knocked out of French Open after letting lead slip
"Australian goes down 0-6 6-2 6-2 6-3 to Jakub Mensik No 8 seed left to rue golden chance to advance in Paris Alex de Minaur was blown out of the French Open just when opportunity had knocked deafeningly for all the would-be contenders. With Jannik Sinner’s sensational exit having made everyone believe their chance could be at hand, de Minaur’s enduring dream was this time dynamited by young Czech powerhouse Jakub Mensik 0-6 6-2 6-2 6-3 in the third round. Continue reading...
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