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Alcaraz Beats Djokovic for First Australian Open Title, Completing Career Grand Slam

Djokovic suffers his first Melbourne final defeat, ending his push for a 25th major.

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Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - February 1, 2026 Serbia's Novak Djokovic during the men's singles final against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz as the trophy is on display REUTERS/Edgar Su
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Overview

  • Carlos Alcaraz rallied to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 in three hours and two minutes at Rod Laver Arena.
  • At 22, Alcaraz becomes the youngest man to win all four majors and now holds seven Grand Slam titles.
  • The world No. 1 did not drop serve in the final three sets, overturning Djokovic’s fast start.
  • The result ends Djokovic’s 10–0 record in Australian Open finals and keeps him tied on 24 Grand Slam titles.
  • Alcaraz retains the top ATP ranking with Jannik Sinner at No. 2 and Novak Djokovic at No. 3, and he collects a reported $2.8 million champion’s prize.