Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 in the 2026 Australian Open men's final at Rod Laver Arena, claiming his first Melbourne title
and completing the career Grand Slam at age 22, the youngest man to do so in the Open Era.
Djokovic dominated early, winning the first set convincingly with precise returns and baseline control. Alcaraz regrouped brilliantly, breaking twice in the second and maintaining momentum through a dominant third set featuring explosive shot-making and athletic defense.
In the tense fourth, Alcaraz broke late to serve for the match, sealing victory when Djokovic's forehand sailed wide. The thrilling contest highlighted generational contrast: Djokovic's experience versus Alcaraz's flair. Alcaraz now holds majors on all surfaces, while Djokovic falls short of a record 25th Slam.
Carlos Alcaraz Grand Slam Wins
Carlos Alcaraz has secured seven Grand Slam titles, establishing himself as one of tennis's elite at a remarkably young age.
Title Breakdown
His breakthrough came at the 2022 US Open, where he defeated Casper Ruud to claim his maiden major at 19. In 2023, Alcaraz stunned Novak Djokovic in a Wimbledon epic, securing his second. He dominated 2024 with straight-sets revenge over Djokovic at Wimbledon and a comeback five-set win against Alexander Zverev at the French Open. He won two titles in 2025, winning the French Open and US Open.
He has now beaten Nova Djokovic to win the Australian Open, thus becoming the youngest to win all four Grand Slam titles.
Carlos Alcaraz Titles and Finals Scoreline
| Year | Event | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | US Open | Casper Ruud | 6-4, 2-6, 7-6(1), 6-3 |
| 2023 | Wimbledon | Novak Djokovic | 1-6, 7-6(6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 |
| 2024 | French Open | Alexander Zverev | 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 |
| 2024 | Wimbledon | Novak Djokovic | 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(4) |
| 2025 | French Open | Jannik Sinner | 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2) |
| 2025 | US Open | Jannik Sinner | 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 |
| 2026 | Australian Open | Novak Djokovic | 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 |
