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January 17, 2026

Alcaraz chases history at Australian Open despite split while women’s draw is open

Sinner is the Spaniard’s clear rival but Swiatek, Rybakina, Bencic, Gauff and others are in Sabalenka’s way

Alcaraz chases history at Australian Open despite split while women’s draw is open

TL;DR

  • Carlos Alcaraz broke his silence on his split with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, calling it a mutual decision and expressing gratitude for their time together.
  • Alcaraz aims to become the youngest man to win a career Grand Slam, with the Australian Open being the only major he hasn't won.
  • The Australian Open presents a significant challenge for Alcaraz, who has not advanced past the quarterfinals there.
  • His main rival, Jannik Sinner, is also competing and has a strong record in Grand Slams.
  • The women's draw features a competitive field with players like Amanda Anisimova, Coco Gauff, Elena Rybakina, Belinda Bencic, and Mirra Andreeva.
  • Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek are considered the top players in the women's game, both aiming for historic achievements.

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