Carlos Alcaraz secured the 2026 Australian Open title by defeating Novak Djokovic in the final. The 22-year-old top seed won in four sets, 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. This victory marks Alcaraz’s completion of the career Grand Slam, having now won all four major tennis tournaments.
Djokovic, a 10-time Australian Open champion and 38 years old, was aiming to extend his record but was overcome by Alcaraz’s performance. The match highlighted the rising talent of Alcaraz in the tennis world.
**Why this matters**
Completing a career Grand Slam is a significant milestone in tennis, indicating a player’s versatility and success across all major tournaments. At 22, Alcaraz becomes the youngest man to achieve this feat, signaling a potential shift in the sport’s competitive landscape. This win also adds to his growing legacy and positions him as a leading figure in men’s tennis.
Source: NewsData