Alex de Minaur is on a meteoric rise up the ATP rankings, and his latest victory at the ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam has brought him one step closer to the world’s top five. The Australian star cruised past Daniel Altmaier 6-1, 6-4 in the quarter-finals, showcasing his relentless speed, precision, and mental resilience.
With this win, De Minaur jumps to World No.7, overtaking Daniil Medvedev—and if he wins his semi-final, he’ll leapfrog Novak Djokovic in the rankings.
29-1 in his last 30 matches vs players outside the Top 30.
Tied with Jannik Sinner for the most ATP 500 wins since 2023 (32).
Now into his 26th career ATP semi-final.
De Minaur’s Tactical Brilliance Overwhelms Altmaier
Although Altmaier put up early resistance, De Minaur quickly took control of the match.
- First Set:
- Broke at 3-1, consolidating his lead.
- Saved two break points at 5-1 to close out the set in dominant fashion.
- Second Set:
- Faced early pressure, getting broken at 3-2.
- Turned the match around at 4-3 down, saving crucial break points.
- Sealed the win on his third break point at 5-4 to march into the semis.
Now, De Minaur awaits the winner of Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Mattia Bellucci, while the other semi-final features Andrey Rublev vs Hubert Hurkacz and Carlos Alcaraz vs Pedro Martinez.
Can De Minaur Finally Claim His Rotterdam Crown?
With Carlos Alcaraz still looking shaky, De Minaur could be a sneaky favorite for the title. His history in Rotterdam suggests that he’s long overdue for a breakthrough victory—and with a potential final showdown against Alcaraz looming, the Aussie may be in prime position to clinch his first ATP 500 title in Rotterdam.
If he does, he won’t just be lifting a trophy—he’ll be knocking on the door of the Top 5.