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February 1, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic in Australian Open final to complete career grand slam
Carlos Alcaraz was a phantom for the first 45 minutes of his maiden Australian Open final. While the Spaniard was painfully tentative on one of the most significant occasions of his career, he was suffocated by the eternal brilliance of Novak Djokovic, who burst into this historic match playing some of his best tennis in recent years.
TL;DR
- Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 in the Australian Open final.
- Alcaraz became the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam, a record previously held by Don Budge.
- The victory denied Djokovic a potential record 25th Grand Slam singles title.
- Alcaraz adapted his game, using width and angles to counter Djokovic's aggression after a tentative start.
- This win follows Alcaraz's recent coaching change, with Samuel López now as head coach.
- Alcaraz is the youngest man in history to win seven Grand Slam titles.
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