Aussie tennis ace Alex de Minaur has pulled off a jaw-dropping performance at the Monte Carlo Masters, dishing out a rare and ruthless “double bagel” to veteran Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov. The 6-0, 6-0 victory took just 44 minutes—yep, you read that right—making it one of the most dominant displays in recent ATP Masters 1000 history.
It was a day when everything clicked for the 25-year-old from Sydney, who’s often been questioned about his form on clay. But on this occasion, he left no room for doubt. Blistering pace, pinpoint accuracy, and relentless energy saw De Minaur completely outclass Dimitrov, who had been looking solid in previous rounds.
“Honestly, it was a bit bizarre,” De Minaur said post-match, still trying to process what he’d just achieved. “You never expect a match like that against someone like Grigor. He’s a hell of a player.”
The win wasn’t just about the scoreline—it was a statement. Clay has never been De Minaur’s most comfortable surface, but this performance shows he’s more than ready to shake that narrative.
The double bagel is a rarity at this level, and even more so this deep in a tournament. In fact, it’s the first time in ATP Masters 1000 history that such a result has occurred in the quarterfinals or beyond.
De Minaur now moves on with a serious boost of confidence, though he fell just short in the semis against Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti. Still, the Aussie battler has made it clear—he’s a force to be reckoned with this season, no matter the surface.
One thing’s for sure: Aussie tennis fans have plenty to cheer about. De Minaur’s not just flying the flag—he’s making history with it.
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