‘You warm my heart in the cold’: Alex de Minaur commemorates young fan in his French Open win
ATPSunday, 02 June 2024 at 12:02
Australia’s tennis star Alex de Minaur has pointed out a fan he would also want to see in the next round. The 25-year-old defeated Germany’s
Jan-Lennard Struff in round three of the French Open with a score of 4-6,
6-4, 6-3, 6-3. De Minaur, while talking after the match, pointed a young fan who
was extremely supportive of him during the tough weather.
“That young lad was there from the very first point 'til the
last with five hours of rain delay,” he said. “He was this little kid that at
every single change of ends, every single point I won, he was screaming at my
face. I'm looking at him and thinking if I was a fan, I would probably be back
home, because it was bloody cold out there!
“I don't understand what this kid is doing, but, oh, he gave
me life. Every single change of ends I'm looking at him, locking eyes with him.
And at the end I just gave him a hug. I was, like, mate... it was a relief more
than anything. It was amazing. I appreciate this kid, the fact that he's spent
10 hours at the court today in the freezing cold pumping me up. I was happy
that I was able to get a win together with him.”
Azeem Siddiqui is a seasoned sports journalist and data analyst with a strong background in both digital media and live sports production.
He began his journalism career working with partners of The New York Times and has since contributed to several leading international sports publications, including Fox Sports Asia, Calciomercato, and GiveMeSport. Since 2023, Azeem has been part of the TennisUpToDate team, where he has played a key role in sustaining the platform’s growth and ensuring tennis fans receive timely and reliable coverage of the sport’s biggest stories.
In addition to his editorial work, Azeem has extensive experience as a data analyst in live sports broadcasting—particularly in cricket—where he combines analytical precision with creative storytelling. He has collaborated with multiple production companies and cricket boards worldwide, delivering real-time insights and data-driven narratives during live match coverage.
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