Carlos Alcaraz Beats Novak Djokovic, Becomes Youngest To Achieve Career Grand Slam
Shivam Sharma February 01, 2026 08:11 PM

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz has defeated ten-time champion Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 at Rod Laver Arena to claim his first Australian Open title.

With this win, the 22-year-old Spaniard has become the youngest man in the Open Era to complete the "Career Grand Slam," winning all four major titles before his 23rd birthday.

Alcaraz recovered after losing the opening set to overcome Novak Djokovic in four sets, winning 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5.

The win marked a historic moment for the Spaniard. Djokovic, a ten-time Australian Open champion, tasted defeat in a Melbourne final for the first time, with the 38-year-old still chasing a landmark 25th Grand Slam title.

Records Broken

Career Grand Slam: Carlos Alcaraz joins the elite club of Andre Agassi, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic as the only men in Open Era to win all four majors.

Age Milestone: At 22 years and 8 months, Alcaraz surpasses Rafael Nadal (who was 24) as the youngest man to achieve the feat.

7th Major Title: This win marks Carlos Alcaraz's seventh Grand Slam trophy, solidifying his position as the dominant force in men's tennis.

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