A leading ATP coach has expressed his admiration for Alex de Minaur’s outstanding run at the ATP Finals, describing the Australian’s level this week as “the best and most complete tennis of his career.” De Minaur, who entered the season-ending event as one of the underdogs, has defied expectations with a series of high-quality performances that have caught the attention of players, analysts, and coaches alike.
According to the coach, De Minaur’s progress is not just the result of improved physical conditioning but also a clear shift in mentality. Long known for his court coverage, tenacity, and relentless defensive skills, the 25-year-old has taken noticeable strides in becoming a more assertive all-court player. “His speed has always been world-class,” the coach said, “but what stands out now is his willingness to step inside the baseline, dictate rallies and match the aggression of the top players.”
This newfound confidence has been particularly evident in his serving patterns. Traditionally viewed as the area of his game needing the most improvement, De Minaur has added more pace, precision, and variety to his delivery, earning himself far more free points. The coach noted that this evolution has made him “much harder to break” and allowed him to conserve energy deep into matches—an important factor at a demanding event like the ATP Finals.
De Minaur’s tactical clarity has also drawn praise. Against some of the world’s biggest hitters, he has shown remarkable discipline, mixing his trademark speed with more proactive shot selection. Rather than simply absorbing power, he has been turning defense into offense, forcing his rivals to hit extra balls and punishing anything short.
While the ATP Finals often expose weaknesses in players who aren’t fully developed tactically or physically, De Minaur has demonstrated the opposite—showing that he belongs on the sport’s biggest stage. His performances have sparked conversations about whether he is now transitioning from a top-20 regular into a consistent top-10 threat capable of making deep Grand Slam runs.
With the tournament still underway, the coach believes De Minaur’s biggest opportunity now is to maintain this belief. “He’s proving that he can compete with anyone. If he keeps playing like this, he’s going to be a problem for the very best.”
As the ATP Finals reach their closing stages, De Minaur stands as one of the tournament’s most impressive stories—an emerging contender who seems to have unlocked a new level at exactly the right time.
