Alex de Minaur has surged back into the top 10 of the ATP Rankings with a significant move, positioning himself as a strong contender heading into the US Open 2025. The 26-year-old Australian, currently seeded seventh, reached the final of the ATP 500 Washington Open on July 26, 2025, defeating Corentin Moutet 6-4, 6-3 in the semifinals. This achievement marks his second final appearance at the tournament, following his 2018 runner-up finish, and has propelled him to No. 10 in the live rankings, a rise of two spots from his previous No. 12 position. With an impressive 27-2 record against players outside the top 30 this year and 20 hardcourt wins in 2025, de Minaur’s performance underscores his resurgence on the surface.
This surge is particularly timely as he enters the North American hard-court swing with no points to defend until the US Open, where he reached the quarter-finals last year despite a hip injury that disrupted his 2024 season. His recent form, including a fourth-round run at Wimbledon where he took a set off Novak Djokovic, and his current 9-9 record in ATP Tour finals, highlight his readiness to push deeper into Grand Slams. De Minaur’s success in Washington, where he averaged a strong first-serve win rate and showcased his trademark speed, has erased the memory of early-season struggles when he briefly held zero ranking points due to injury.
Facing either Ben Shelton or Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the Washington final on July 27, 2025, a victory could see him climb further, potentially challenging the top 8. His engagement to Katie Boulter, who is also competing in Washington, adds a personal boost, with the couple enjoying shared time in the same timezone. As the US Open approaches on August 24, de Minaur’s current trajectory—bolstered by his break-point conversion rate and return game strength—positions him for a deep run, especially with last year’s quarter-final experience to build upon. This ranking surge reflects his peak physicality and experience, setting the stage for a potential breakthrough at Flushing Meadows.
