Alex de Minaur Quotesr, born February 17, 1999, in Sydney, Australia, is a professional tennis player known for his relentless speed, defensive prowess, and never-say-die attitude, earning him the nickname “The Demon.” With a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 6 in July 2024, he has won nine ATP Tour singles titles and reached five major quarterfinals. Born to a Uruguayan father and Spanish mother, de Minaur’s gritty style and work ethic have made him a fan favorite. These 15 quotes—sourced from interviews, press conferences, posts on X, and public statements—reflect his insights on tennis, resilience, ambition, and balance, capturing his fiery yet grounded persona.
15 Alex de Minaur Quotes
- “I enjoy the challenge. I enjoy proving people wrong; I enjoy achieving things that maybe a lot of people didn’t think I could.” (Interview, wearetennis.bnpparibas, 2024-06-17)
- “You want the players in the locker room to know you as that kid that fights ’til the end, has that never-say-die attitude.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I’ve always been my biggest critic and probably always will be.” (Interview, wearetennis.bnpparibas, 2024-06-17)
- “You have to learn every single day, and try not to make the same mistakes. That’s my mentality.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “There has obviously been a lot more attention on me but it’s not going to change what I do or who I am. It’s the same old me, playing the same old sport.” (Interview, quote.org, n.d.)
- “I still go have an acai bowl in the morning. I do the same things a 19-year-old kid would do.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “There’s no other way. You can go out there and complain and get rattled. You can do a lot of different things. But that’s not going to help.” (On handling a tough crowd, TheTennisLetter, 2025-03-25)
- “I’ve always thought I’ve had it in me to be among the best players in the world. There’s been some times I’ve lacked the belief to do it myself.” (Interview, wearetennis.bnpparibas, 2024-06-17)
- “I hate how media will always create controversy and takes things out of context to make a headline. Got outplayed and outclassed yesterday. How about we focus on the tennis for once.” (Post on X, @alexdeminaur, 2023-01-24)
- “At 15 I was very clumsy, big feet and my footwork wasn’t great. I was definitely not quick.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I have to keep this Melbourne crowd on my side… there’s no better place for coffee… than Australia.” (On coffee rivalry, TheTennisLetter, 2025-01-16)
- “Because I don’t have a lot of weapons I have to use my speed.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I’m happy how I dealt with it today.” (On facing Alexander Bublik’s unpredictable style, bnpparibasopen.com, 2024-03-10)
- “When I’m on the court and you see me so stressed, I’m just thinking about the wedding budget. I need to win more money, more matches.” (Interview, BenoitMaylin, 2025-01-20)
- “Nine times out of ten, that will expose the fruit.” (On strategy, TennisTV, 2025-03-13)
Alex de Minaur’s quotes are a dynamic blend of grit, humor, and relentless drive, inspiring fans to push their limits, stay true to themselves, and tackle challenges head-on. Which quote fires you up to chase your own goals? Share it below and keep The Demon’s tenacious spirit alive!
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