Australian tennis sensation Alex de Minaur stormed into the final of the Washington Open with a commanding victory over France's Corentin Moutet. The match, held on Saturday, saw de Minaur dismantle his opponent with precision and power, leaving no doubt about his form ahead of the championship clash.
Dominant Display from de Minaur
From the first serve, de Minaur imposed his aggressive baseline game, breaking Moutet early in both sets. The Frenchman struggled to find rhythm against the Australian's relentless pace and accuracy, succumbing to a straight-sets defeat (6-2, 6-3) in just under 90 minutes.
Key Moments of the Match
- First-set blitz: De Minaur raced to a 4-0 lead, showcasing his trademark speed and defensive skills.
- Second-set resilience: Though Moutet briefly threatened a comeback, de Minaur snuffed out any hope with crucial breaks at 3-3.
- Serve dominance: The Australian won 82% of first-serve points, keeping Moutet under constant pressure.
Road to the Final
This victory marks de Minaur's third consecutive straight-sets win in Washington, having previously dispatched seeded opponents without dropping a set. His performance this week signals a return to peak form after a mixed season on the ATP Tour.
What's Next?
The final will see de Minaur face either top seed Andrey Rublev or rising American talent J.J. Wolf. With his current level of play, the Australian will fancy his chances of claiming his second ATP 500 title of the season.
Tennis analysts have praised de Minaur's improved serve and more aggressive court positioning this tournament, elements that could prove decisive in Sunday's final.
