28.05.2026 • Updated: 29.05.2026

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ATP French Open

Alex De Minaur vs J. Mensik – Match result – 29.05.2026

John Kane Football Edge Director

ATP - 6

Alex De Minaur - J. Mensik

ATP French Open 1/16-finals

May 29, 2026 • 11:00

1—3

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

ATP - 18

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 5

H2H W-L 4-0-1

Avg sets per match 2.40

Last 5 W-L 4-1

Last 3 W-L 2-1

Current streak L1

Sets balance +6

Avg sets (last 5) 2.40

Sets range 2-4

3-set matches 1 (20%)

2-0 / 2-1 split 4/0 • 0/0

80% 4 Wins

0% 0 Draws

20% 1 Wins

Last 5 matches

Date

Match

Score

Tournament

Surface

29 May 2026

Alex De Minaur - J. Mensik

1:3 (6-0, 2-6, 2-6, 3-6)

ATP French Open

Clay

6 Jan 2026

Alex De Minaur - J. Mensik

2:0 (6-4, 6-1)

ATP United Cup

Hard

21 Sep 2025

J. Mensik - Alex De Minaur

0:2 (3-6, 4-6)

ATP Laver Cup

Indoor Hard

6 Feb 2025

J. Mensik - Alex De Minaur

0:2 (4-6, 4-6)

Rotterdam

Indoor Hard

25 Oct 2024

J. Mensik - Alex De Minaur

0:2 (3-6, 4-6)

ATP Vienna

Indoor Hard

Alex De Minaur

Player Overview

Alex De Minaur, a right-handed player standing 183 cm tall, has established himself as a reliable competitor on the ATP tour. With a career win percentage of nearly 64% and a solid recent two-year record of 68%, he continues to demonstrate his value, particularly on clay where his current Elo rating is 1980. De Minaur's serve has been effective, with a first serve win rate around 71%, showing his ability to control points from the outset.

Recent performances highlight a mixed bag, with his most recent victory against Alexander Blockx at the French Open marking a return to form after a tough loss to Tommy Paul in Hamburg. Despite a rocky stretch, De Minaur's stable form trend suggests he can capitalize on the opportunities presented in this tournament. Entering this match against J. Mensik, he will need to leverage his experience and solid serve to navigate the challenges ahead.

Match results: Alex De Minaur

29 May 2026 ATP French Open

Alex De Minaur

J. Mensik

1 3

6 0

2 6

3 6

27 May 2026 ATP French Open

Alex De Minaur

Alexander Blockx

1 0

25 May 2026 ATP French Open

Alex De Minaur

Toby Samuel

3 0

6 4

6 2

22 May 2026 ATP Hamburg

Alex De Minaur

T. Paul

1 2

6 2

3 6

21 May 2026 ATP Hamburg

Luciano Darderi

Alex De Minaur

0 2

0 6

3 6

20 May 2026 ATP Hamburg

A. Davidovich Fokina

Alex De Minaur

1 2

2 6

6 4

4 6

18 May 2026 ATP Hamburg

Francisco Cerundolo

Alex De Minaur

1 2

6 3

4 6

3 6

8 May 2026 ATP Rome

Alex De Minaur

Matteo Arnaldi

1 2

6 4

4 6

24 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid

R. Jodar

Alex De Minaur

2 0

6 3

6 1

15 Apr 2026 ATP Barcelona

Alex De Minaur

H. Medjedovic

0 2

3 6

4 6

J. Mensik

Player Overview

J. Mensik, a formidable 193 cm right-handed player, has shown his potential with a career win percentage of 64% and a recent two-year trajectory reflecting a 62% success rate. His serve has been particularly potent, with an ace percentage of 12.7%, which positions him well on the court. Mensik's current Elo rating of 2159 indicates he is among the promising talents on the tour, particularly on clay surfaces.

His recent matches feature a mix of highs and lows, including a strong win against M. Navone at the French Open and a prior victory over T. Droguet. However, a loss to I. Buse in Hamburg raised questions about his consistency. As he faces De Minaur, Mensik must find a way to maintain his aggressive serving while improving his return game, especially against a player of De Minaur's caliber. This match will serve as a crucial test of his mettle on a grand stage.

Match results: J. Mensik

29 May 2026 ATP French Open

Alex De Minaur

J. Mensik

1 3

6 0

2 6

3 6

27 May 2026 ATP French Open

M. Navone

J. Mensik

2 3

3 6

6 2

4 6

6 1

6 7

24 May 2026 ATP French Open

T. Droguet

J. Mensik

0 3

3 6

2 6

4 6

20 May 2026 ATP Hamburg

I. Buse

J. Mensik

2 0

6 0

6 3

18 May 2026 ATP Hamburg

J. Mensik

J-L. Struff

1 0

6 2

9 May 2026 ATP Rome

A. Popyrin

J. Mensik

2 1

6 3

2 6

6 4

28 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid

J. Mensik

A. Zverev

0 2

4 6

3 6

27 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid

K. Khachanov

J. Mensik

0 1

4 6

25 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid

M. Damm

J. Mensik

0 2

3 6

4 6

7 Apr 2026 ATP Monte Carlo

J. Mensik

F. Marozsan

0 0

Mensik Dominates De Minaur in French Open Showdown

J. Mensik secured a convincing victory over Alex De Minaur, winning the match with a score of 3:1 in the 1/16-finals of the ATP French Open.

The match unfolded with Mensik taking the first set decisively at 6-0, showcasing his dominance early on. De Minaur responded in the second set, claiming it 6-2, but Mensik quickly regained control, winning the next two sets 6-2 and 6-3, ultimately sealing the match.

Throughout the contest, Mensik displayed superior performance, winning a total of 18 games compared to De Minaur's 13. The match featured a total of 31 games, with Mensik converting 7 breaks out of 14 opportunities, while De Minaur managed to convert 5 breaks from 14 chances.

Despite De Minaur's efforts, including a strong first set where he won 100% of his service games, he struggled with unforced errors, totaling 39 for the match. Mensik's ability to maintain pressure and capitalize on break points proved crucial in his victory.

This match highlights the challenges De Minaur faced against a formidable opponent in Mensik, who effectively utilized his strengths to advance in the tournament.

Players Analysis

Alex De Minaur has shown a solid performance on clay recently, although his last match against Jakub Mensik resulted in a loss. His recent form includes a mix of wins and losses, with a notable victory over Francisco Cerundolo. On the other hand, Jakub Mensik has demonstrated a strong ability to win matches, particularly in the recent ATP events, showcasing his potential to challenge De Minaur effectively.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their head-to-head encounters, Jakub Mensik has a favorable record against Alex De Minaur, winning 4 out of their last 5 meetings. Mensik's recent form is slightly better, with a win percentage of 60% in his last 10 matches compared to De Minaur's 60%. Additionally, Mensik's serve statistics indicate a higher ace percentage and a lower double fault rate, which could play a crucial role in their matchup on clay.

Alex De Minaur — Jakub Mensik Prediction

Considering the recent performances and head-to-head statistics, Jakub Mensik is predicted to edge out Alex De Minaur in this matchup. Mensik's recent form and success on clay give him a slight advantage, despite the competitive nature of their previous encounters.

Final score in sets: 3:1
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: Jakub Mensik, Set 2: Alex De Minaur, Set 3: Jakub Mensik, Set 4: Jakub Mensik
Expected aces: 10
Double faults: 4
Break points: 5

In terms of tactics, Mensik is likely to exploit De Minaur's weaknesses on clay by utilizing his powerful serve and aggressive baseline play. De Minaur will need to focus on his return game and capitalize on any break point opportunities to stay competitive.

3 Reasons Why J. Mensik Will Win

Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors J. Mensik 3:1 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors J. Mensik.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, J. Mensik has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than Alex De Minaur, which can swing tight scorelines.

Match Prediction

29.05.2026 11:00 ATP French Open

Alex De Minaur 1

J. Mensik 3

810

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