De Minaur’s top-10 ranking in jeopardy after blowing two-set lead in French Open exit

Popyrin makes Aussies smile in Paris after Demon exit

Australian hope Alexei Popyrin has made it into the last-16 of the French Open for the first time at Roland Garros without dropping a set.

De Minaur’s top-10 ranking in jeopardy after blowing two-set lead in French Open exit

Alex de Minaur has suffered his earliest grand slam exit in two years, giving up a two-set lead to lose to chaotic Kazakh Alexander Bublik in the second round at Roland-Garros on Thursday.

Demon knocked out in grand slam boilover

The top-ranked Aussie held the early advantage before things completely fell apart at Roland Garros.

Alexander Bublik starred in one of Roland Garros’s most surprising climbs 2025 by beating the ninth head of the series, Alex de Miñaur, in five sets: 2-6, 2-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-2. The Kazakh, known for his unpredictable style and his complicated relationship with the beaten land, thus achieved his first qualification to the third round of the Paris tournament. The match began with the absolute dominance of the Australian, who took the first two sets …

Bublik reflects on his unconventional approach after stunning win over De Minaur at the French Open - Tennis Tonic - News, Predictions, H2H, Live Scores, stats

Alexander Bublik pulled off an impressive upset at the French Open, defeating Alex de Minaur in a performance that showcased both his raw talent and unpredictable style. The Kazakh player, known for his unique approach to the game, was candid about his mentality following the victory. “I’m certainly not the most professional player,” Bublik admitted, reinforcing his reputation as one of the tour’s most unpredictable competitors. His game often b…

It didn't look like it was going to be Bublik's day, though, as De Minaur dominated the first two sets. The Australian looked sharp and energetic, using speed and precision to quickly win the first two sets 6-2. The frustrated and weak Kazakh changed his style in the third set, playing more aggressively, and his risky shots paid off, confusing his opponent and leading him to a 6-4 victory. You can always rely on Alexander Bublik to entertain #R…