‘Very dangerous’ Alex de Minaur on hot streak ahead of Australian Open tilt

Wins over Zverev and Djokovic secure world Top 10 rankingAustralian says he uses social media criticism as motivation

Fuelled by critics on social media, Alex de Minaur has more big-name scalps in his sights after a victory over Alexander Zverev earned him a seat at tennis’s top table on the eve of the Australian Open.

The Australian No 1 will go into his home slam with added interest after securing a Top 10 ranking for the first time in his career with a 5-7, 6-3, 6-4 win over Zverev at the United Cup in Sydney.

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