Australian Tennis Star Alex de Minaur Aims for First Deep Run at Roland Garros 2024

Australian tennis sensation Alex de Minaur is set for a prominent start at the upcoming Roland Garros 2024 in Paris. Ranked No.11 in the world, de Minaur, the highest-seeded Australian player at the French Open in 21 years, aims to make his first significant breakthrough at the iconic clay-court tournament.

Renowned Australian tennis figure Todd Woodbridge expressed optimism around de Minaur’s potential, highlighting his ability to navigate a complex and open field at the French Open. Woodbridge believes de Minaur’s mindset and game could be the perfect combination for advancing deep into the competition, despite clay not being his favored surface.

De Minaur will kick off his campaign against American young talent Alex Michelsen, who recently claimed victory over him at Los Cabos. The Australian has demonstrated victory over top players on clay before, setting the scene for a possible upward journey at Roland Garros.

The draw also features Australian talent facing off in the first round, as fan-favorites Alexei Popyrin and Thanasi Kokkinakis are set to meet, offering an intriguing showdown between the compatriots.

On the women’s side, the Aussie challenge sees Daria Saville stepping up against the 12th-seeded Italian Jasmine Paolini in her opener at the Roland Garros 2024. Wildcard recipient Ajla Tomljanovic is slated to clash with 30th seed Dayana Yastremska, elevating the anticipation for Australian representation in the women’s singles event.

With Astra Sharma and Olivia Gadecki making their way through qualifying, the Australian contingent promises to deliver an exciting spectacle at the Roland Garros main draw starting this Sunday, broadcast live in Australia on both the Nine Network and Stan Sport.