Alex de Minaur offers “condolences” to LA wildfire victims at Australian Open after beating American whose home was evacuated during tragedy

Alex de Minaur took a moment to express his "condolences" to the victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfire during the 2025 Australian Open. This gesture came after his second-round victory against American player Tristan Boyer, whose family had also been impacted by the tragic events.

De Minaur kicked off his 2025 season by representing Australia at the United Cup. Seeded eighth at the Melbourne Major, he began his Grand Slam campaign with a commanding win over Botic van de Zandschulp 6-1, 7-5, 6-4 in the first round.

In his most recent match, the former World No. 6 defeated American qualifier Tristan Boyer 6-2, 6-4, 6-3 to advance to the third round. Following his victory over Boyer, Alex De Minaur took the opportunity during the post-match interview to offer his "deepest condolences" to those affected by the Los Angeles wildfire.

“My deepest condolences to all those affected by the fires in California. It’s something you never want to see . I’m sending lots of love all the way there. Hopefully these bad times will pass by,” De Minaur said.

While speaking to ATPTour.com, Tristan Boyer, who had fought his way through the qualifying rounds to secure a spot in the main draw of the 2025 Australian Open, had shared that his family in Altadena had to evacuate their home due to the wildfire.

The American also revealed that his father, Chris, was the only one present when the evacuation order was issued, as the rest of his family, his mother and grandfather had traveled with him to Australia before the wildfires struck.

Tristan Boyer also revealed that his family and home have remained unharmed by the fire.

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Alex de Minaur will face Francisco Cerundolo in Australian Open 2025 3R

Alex de Minaur at the 2025 Australian Open [Image Source: Getty Images]

Alex de Minaur will take on the 31st seed Francisco Cerundolo in the third round of the 2025 Australian Open. This match will mark the first tour-level meeting between these two players.

Cerundolo kicked off his 2025 season at the ASB Classic, where he was defeated in the second round by Roberto Carballes Baena. At the Melbourne Major, the Argentinian started his campaign strong, defeating Alexander Bublik in the first round 7-6(1), 6-3, 6-2.

Most recently, the former World No. 19 advanced to the third round after his second-round opponent, fellow Argentinian Facundo Diaz Acosta, retired during the second set due to injury, with the score at 6-2, 1-0 ret.

The winner of the third-round match between Alex de Minaur and Francisco Cerundolo will move on to face either Alex Michelsen or 19th seed Karen Khachanov in the fourth round.