Carlos Alcaraz wrote a new chapter in tennis history by winning the 2026 Australian Open men’s singles final against Novak Djokovic. The Spanish star defeated the 38-year-old Serbian with a score of 2–6, 6–2, 6–3, 7–5 to claim his first Australian Open title and complete the career Grand Slam — winning all four major tournaments in his career.
Djokovic started strongly and took the first set 6-2, showing his experience and power on the court. However, Alcaraz quickly found his rhythm in the second set, winning it 6-2 with aggressive baseline play and smart shot selection. The momentum shifted in Alcaraz’s favor as he kept up the pressure, taking the third set 6-3 and moving closer to the title.
In the fourth and final set, both players fought hard, with long rallies and thrilling points. Alcaraz broke Djokovic’s serve at a crucial moment and held his nerve to finish the match 7-5. The victory came after more than three hours of intense competition under the lights of Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena.
With this win, Alcaraz became the youngest man in the Open Era to complete the career Grand Slam — winning the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open at just 22 years old. This is a rare and remarkable achievement in the sport.
For Djokovic, it was a rare loss in an Australian Open final. The Serbian legend had previously never lost in 10 finals at Melbourne Park, and he was hoping to reach an all-time record of 25 Grand Slam titles. However, Alcaraz’s performance on the day was too strong and too consistent to allow that.
After the match, Djokovic praised Alcaraz for his play and congratulated him on the historic achievement. It was a moment of respect between two of the sport’s greatest competitors, symbolizing both the end of one era and the beginning of another.
Alcaraz’s rise in tennis has been rapid and spectacular. With this title, he now has multiple Grand Slam trophies and a place among the sport’s elite. Fans and analysts around the world are already talking about what he might achieve next.
Match Score
Carlos Alcaraz def Novak Djokovic — 2–6, 6–2, 6–3, 7–5 (2026 Australian Open final)
Key Points
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Alcaraz wins his first Australian Open title.
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Defeated Djokovic in four sets.
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Becomes youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam.
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Djokovic lost his first Melbourne final.
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Historic moment in men’s tennis.
