Lleyton Hewitt believes Alex De Minaur has what it takes to reach the 2025 Australian Open final
Lleyton Hewitt has expressed his strong belief that fellow Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur has the potential to make a deep run at the 2025 Australian Open, potentially even reaching the final. Hewitt, a former world No. 1 and Australian Open finalist himself, has been a key mentor to de Minaur and has closely watched his development over the years.
In a recent interview, Hewitt praised de Minaur’s work ethic, determination, and his ability to consistently improve his game. “Alex has always been a fighter on the court, and that’s one of the things that makes him so dangerous,” Hewitt said. “He’s been working incredibly hard, and I genuinely believe he has the tools to go all the way to the final in Melbourne.”
De Minaur, who is known for his lightning-quick footwork and relentless defense, has steadily climbed the rankings and established himself as a consistent threat on the ATP Tour. In 2024, he reached a career-high ranking of world No. 11, making multiple deep runs in high-profile tournaments and demonstrating his ability to compete with the top players in the world.
Hewitt pointed to de Minaur’s ability to handle pressure and adapt to different styles of play as key factors in his potential success at the Australian Open. “He’s learned to manage big moments better and his mental toughness has grown. Alex has improved in every aspect of his game—he’s got the fitness, the speed, and now he’s more aggressive when he needs to be. If he keeps playing at this level, I think he can challenge anyone.”
De Minaur, who reached the fourth round of the Australian Open in 2022 and 2023, will be looking to make an even deeper run in front of his home crowd in 2025. With Hewitt’s support and belief in his abilities, the 25-year-old Aussie will undoubtedly enter the tournament with confidence and high expectations.
“There’s nothing quite like playing in front of the home fans at the Australian Open,” Hewitt added. “It gives you that extra boost, and I think Alex is ready to take that next step and prove he belongs at the very top of the game.”
As the 2025 Australian Open approaches, de Minaur will be one of the local favorites, and Hewitt’s faith in his protégé will only add to the excitement surrounding his campaign in Melbourne.
