💔 BREAKING NEWS: Alex de Minaur’s family confirms the sad news – His beloved grandmother passed away just 30 minutes ago… A profound loss at a pivotal time in his career. We send our sincere condolences to Alex. 🙏

Miami, Florida – Less than 30 minutes away, the family of Alex de Minaur officially confirmed the sad news that shocked and saddened the entire world tennis community: the beloved grandmother of the Australian tennis player passed away. This is an extremely painful loss, occurring right when “The Demon” was at the most important stage of his career, when he was playing at the… Miami Open 2026– one of the most prestigious Masters 1000 tournaments of the season.

According to an announcement from his family, Alex’s grandmother – who had been a companion and a great source of spiritual encouragement throughout his tennis journey from the early days – passed away at an old age after a period of struggling with declining health.

Although details about the specific cause have not been released to respect the family’s privacy, close sources say she has been a strong support for Alex and his siblings in the multicultural family (father is Uruguayan, mother is Spanish).

Alex de Minaur, currently 27 years old and ranked 6th in the world, is having a promising but also stressful 2026 season. After leading Australia to many historic achievements at the United Cup and Australian Open (where he reached the quarterfinals), “Demon” continued to maintain stable performance in Indian Wells before going to Miami. The fact that he is the No. 5 seed at the Miami Open shows great expectations from the ATP and fans.

However, this family shock will certainly have a profound impact on his playing spirit.

People close to de Minaur said he received the sad news shortly after the last match at Hard Rock Stadium. Sources inside the tournament revealed that Alex tried to stay calm in public, but the moments when he sat alone in the corner of the practice field, his eyes far away, made the organizers and teammates worried.

His family in Sydney quickly contacted to inform, and according to a close family friend: “Grandma is the person who is always proudest of Alex. She often says that her ‘little boy Demon’ will conquer the Grand Slam one day.”

The passing of my grandmother came at a sensitive time. De Minaur is aiming to consolidate the top 5 position, compete for the ATP Finals and continue the hunt for major titles. In 2026, he showed remarkable maturity: more stable performance, significant physical and mental improvement under the guidance of the new coaching team.

Many experts believe that this is the season where Alex can breakthrough to win his first Masters 1000 title or even go deeper at the Grand Slams.

Throughout his career, de Minaur always showed deep family affection. He often dedicates his victories to his mother Esther – who sacrificed a lot to bring her son to pursue professional tennis from a young age in Spain and later settled in Australia. Grandma, even though she is far away, is still a silent source of inspiration. She was the one who encouraged Alex not to give up when he had persistent hip and shoulder injuries years ago.

Many Australian fans recall warm stories of grandmothers watching their grandson’s matches on television, cheering every time he made his famous miraculous save.

The tennis community quickly sent their condolences. Novak Djokovic – who has encountered de Minaur many times – wrote on social networks: “Alex, family comes first. Be strong, we are with you.” Carlos Alcaraz, a promising young competitor, posted a story with the words “Thoughts with you and your family, Demon”. Fellow tennis player Nick Kyrgios also spoke up: “Family is everything. Rest and be with your loved ones, Alex. Tennis will still be there when you return.”

The Miami Open 2026 organizing committee has expressed respect and willingness to support. A source from the ATP said de Minaur could consider withdrawing from the tournament if necessary to return to Australia to take care of the funeral, even though he is still on the journey to protect his scores and maintain his ranking. Currently, his next match in Miami is being closely watched.

If Alex decides to continue playing, this will be a testament to the mental strength that his grandmother passed on to him – the “never give up” spirit that de Minaur always shows on the field with his constant pressing and warrior spirit.

This loss is even more painful when de Minaur is in the prime of his career. Born in 1999 in Sydney, he quickly emerged as a top Australian talent with the nickname “Demon” thanks to his incredible movement speed and excellent ability to read the game. From winning ATP 250 tournaments to reaching the top 10 in the world, his journey is a story of perseverance and family love.

His parents – Anibal and Esther – opened the Italian restaurant to support the family and support their son in pursuing his passion. His grandmother was the witness from Alex’s early days holding a racket on Spanish clay courts until he became the pride of Australian sports.

In tennis, family losses are not rare, but always leave a deep mark. Thinking back to 2022, Katie Boulter dedicated her win at Wimbledon to her grandmother who passed away just two days ago. This year, many other players are facing similar challenges. For de Minaur, this shock can become a motivation for him to play more meaningfully, like the way he turned pressure into strength at the 2026 Australian Open.

Fans around the world are flocking to social networks with the hashtag#StayStrongAlexand#ThoughtsWithDeMinaur. Thousands of messages shared memories of how Alex always smiled and interacted warmly with fans, even after bitter losses. Many people recall the moment he signed autographs for children or spent time chatting with older fans – it is those humane qualities that make “Demon” loved not only for his talent but also for his humanity.

Currently, the de Minaur family is in Sydney taking care of the funeral. Alex is expected to make an official statement in the next few hours. Whatever decision he makes – to continue playing in Miami or fly home – the tennis community is supportive. ATP and colleagues are prepared to provide moral and logistical support.

Alex de Minaur is not only an excellent tennis player, he is also a symbol of resilience and family love. This loss will certainly leave a big void in his heart, but also reminds us all that behind dramatic matches and sparkling titles are people with very ordinary pain and joy.

The entire tennis world sends its deepest condolences to Alex de Minaur, mother Esther, father Anibal and the entire family. Grandma is gone, but the love and lessons she left behind will forever accompany “The Demon” on every field. Be strong, Alex. We are here, with you.

May my grandmother rest in peace.