The Australian Open 2025 is heating up, and Day 4 saw some of tennis’ brightest lights—both rising stars and enduring veterans—shine on the courts of Melbourne Park.
Fritz Cruises into Third Round
America’s great tennis hope Taylor Fritz, seeded fourth, made quick work of qualifier Cristian Garin, needing a mere 82 minutes to secure a 6-2, 6-1, 6-0 victory. The 2024 US Open finalist has been ruthlessly efficient, conceding only eight games across his first two matches:
- Round 1: Defeated Jaume Munar 6-3, 6-1, 6-0
- Round 2: Defeated Cristian Garin 6-2, 6-1, 6-0
Fritz’s 2025 campaign is off to a blazing start, and he looks primed to better last year’s semifinal run. Next up is a tantalizing clash with 38-year-old fan favorite Gael Monfils, who is enjoying an Indian summer resurgence.
De Minaur Delights Home Crowd
Australia’s top men’s player Alex De Minaur gave the partisan Rod Laver Arena crowd plenty to cheer about, dispatching American qualifier Tristan Boyer 6-2, 6-4, 6-3. The eighth seed has carried his strong 2024 form into his home Slam.
“I’m playing some great tennis and the home support really lifts me. I’m taking it one match at a time, but I’m feeling good about my chances here,” De Minaur said post-match.
Alex De Minaur
The 24-year-old Aussie #1 is bidding to become the first homegrown men’s champion since Mark Edmondson in 1976. He’ll need to navigate a tough draw, but De Minaur is building momentum and belief with each win.
Monfils Magic Continues
Gael Monfils may be closer to 40 than 30, but the charismatic Frenchman is proving that age is just a number. Fresh off becoming the oldest ATP title winner in Auckland, Monfils outplayed Germany’s Daniel Altmaier 7-5, 6-3, 7-6(3).
The 38-year-old is now the fourth-oldest man to reach the Australian Open third round in the Open Era. He brings his creative shotmaking and showman flair to a blockbuster battle with Taylor Fritz next.
Other Notable Day 4 Results
- Lorenzo Musetti [16] def. Denis Shapovalov 7-6(3), 7-6(6), 6-2
- Ben Shelton [21] def. Pablo Carreno Busta 6-3, 6-3, 6-7(4), 6-4
As the first week nears its climax, the 2025 Australian Open is living up to its reputation as the Happy Slam. The crowds are enthusiastic, the weather is perfect, and the storylines are flourishing. With established stars, red-hot challengers, and sentimental favorites all in the mix, the fireworks have only just begun at Melbourne Park!
