Who is Alex de Minaur's coach? The team behind the Australian tennis star

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Alex de Minaur is into the third round of the Australian Open as he pushes for a career-best finish at Melbourne Park.

After defeating Milos Raonic and Matteo Arnaldi, his next challenge comes in the form of Flavio Cobolli. 

During his matches, the camera regularly pans to his player box, which typically consists of his coaching staff, family and friends.

The Sporting News takes a look at the coaching team that has helped him secure a top 10 ranking.

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Who is Alex de Minaur's coach?

Alex de Minaur has been guided by Spanish coach Adolfo Gutierrez since the age of nine.

The partnership was formed when the Aussie's family moved to Alicante in Spain – a city they ended up living in for eight years.

"Adolfo, he's been like my second father, like a father figure," de Minaur said ahead of his match with Arnaldi.

"We've been together now for 16 years.

"He took me in as a young kid to the point where my family would obviously struggle to pay him at times. He took me in. He would do countless hours with me."

De Minaur also added to his coaching team last year, bringing in Australian Peter Luczak on a part-time basis.

The former Davis Cup player has also coached fellow Australians Jordan Thompson and the now-retired John Millman.

Why is Lleyton Hewitt in Alex de Minaur's player box?

Lleyton Hewitt has been spotted in de Minaur's player box for both his 2024 clashes at Melbourne Park.

The Aussie tennis legend is a mentor for the 24-year-old and is typically on-hand to support him at major tournaments.

Hewitt is a mentor for several Australian players, notably seen in Thanasi Kokkinakis' box on Tuesday for his first round match with Sebastian Ofner.

Alex de Minaur ranking

Currently, de Minaur is the world No. 10 in men's singles – a career-high ranking.

In doubles, he is the world No. 178.

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Joshua Mayne is a content producer for The Sporting News Australia.