Alex de Minaur produced a commanding performance at the Nitto ATP Finals, defeating Taylor Fritz 7-6(3), 6-3 to stay in contention for a semi-final berth. The result ends Fritz’s run in Turin, while giving de Minaur a fighting chance to advance depending on other group results.
De Minaur, who entered the match under pressure after earlier group-stage setbacks, showed resilience from the outset. He held firm in a tight opening set before dominating the tiebreak with sharp returning and composed baseline play. Carrying the momentum, the Australian secured an early break in the second set and maintained control through consistent aggression and solid defence.
Fritz, a finalist last year, struggled to find his rhythm. His serve lacked its usual punch, and a rising count of unforced errors opened the door for de Minaur to dictate the contest. The loss confirms the American’s exit with a 1–2 group record.
De Minaur’s progression now hinges on the outcome of the clash between Carlos Alcaraz and Lorenzo Musetti. A victory for Alcaraz would send de Minaur through to the semi-finals; a Musetti win would eliminate him.
Regardless of the final standings, the match marks an important milestone for de Minaur — his first win at the season-ending event after going winless in his debut appearance last year. His spirited display in Turin proves he remains very much in the fight, waiting to see whether results will swing in his favour.
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