Auger-Aliassime: "I never gave too much importance to my setbacks, I knew I had time to improve"
During the US Open 2025 press conference, the Canadian player gave an emotional speech about his perseverance and resilience during tough years.
Believing in oneself, enjoying the process, and thinking long-term. These are some of the keys that Félix Auger-Aliassime has used to regain his best tennis and joy on the court after being perceived by the general public as a promise unable to meet expectations. In the 2025 US Open semifinals, he narrates the stages he has gone through.
Raw diamonds need to be polished with patience and delicacy, as haste can be a very poor advisor. Félix Auger-Aliassime emitted radiance like few precious jewels do from his teenage years and has had to constantly reinvent himself to firmly establish himself in the elite and seek the best version of himself. At 25, he seems to have progressed in all aspects of the game and aims to reach glory in a 2025 US Open that is revitalizing his career.
- Difficulty of his match against De Miñaur
"What makes me happy is having won because it allows me the chance to play better in the next match. It's been a tough day; I struggled a lot to find my rhythm. I know that in a Grand Slam, you have to face matches where you don't feel comfortable and you have to find a way to push through. I've been able to respond in high-pressure situations and stay true to my style of play," explained the Canadian.
- Phases in his growth process as a tennis player
Going four years without reaching a Grand Slam semifinal hasn't been easy for Auger-Aliassime, who took steps back in his tennis, but now we know it was to gain momentum. "I've never placed too much importance on results because I was very aware of how young I was. Perhaps if the negative streak I've had had come at 35, I would have thought I'd never return to the final rounds of a Grand Slam. Instead, I focused on the daily grind, improving, and trusting that if I did my job well, the results would come," stated Auger-Aliassime, who will return to the top 15 after this 2025 US Open.
- In what aspects of the game does Félix Auger-Aliassime feel he has improved?
When asked about his current feelings compared to a couple of years ago, the Canadian is clear. "I'm in much better physical condition for today's tennis, I'm stronger, and I move with more agility and speed on the court. I believe my backhand is more consistent, and where I've evolved the most is with my serve and forehand; I have greater accuracy and consistency with those shots," affirmed a man who seeks to prolong his dream in New York.
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