Australian Open 2026 | Carlos Alcaraz completes career Grand Slam with maiden Melbourne crown

Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz foiled Novak Djokovic's bid for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam by clinching his maiden Australian Open on Sunday (February 1).

At 22, the reigning world No.1 became the youngest man in history to win the career Grand Slam of all four Majors, having previously won the French Open, Wimbledon and the US Open.

In the final, Alcaraz came down after losing the opening set to prevail over the Serb 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5.

“I think nobody knows how hard I have been working to get this trophy. I chased this moment so much,” Alcaraz told the host broadcaster after his maiden crown Down Under.

Djokovic was aiming for a record-extending 11th Melbourne crown and with it a 25th major title to surpass Margaret Court's long-standing landmark. But for now, he will have to wait.

Alcaraz is now a seven-time Grand Slam singles champion, moving him level with John McEnroe and Mats Wilander on the all-time list.

(with agencies/ATP Media inputs)