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Djokovic vs Alcaraz final highlights, Australian Open 2026: Alcaraz beats Novak in 4-set thriller | Other Sports News
Carlos Alcaraz made history by defeating Novak Djokovic in a thrilling 4-set final at the Australian Open 2026, becoming the youngest player ever to complete the career slam in tennis history.
Alcaraz is now the 9th player to achieve the career slam, and the youngest to do so. He triumphed over Djokovic with a score of 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 at the Rod Laver Arena, securing the historic achievement in an exhilarating final Down Under.
Set 1: Djokovic Takes Early Advantage
The Australian Open 2026 final kicked off with Novak Djokovic asserting his dominance early on. The Serbian maestro quickly took control, breaking Carlos Alcaraz’s serve to lead 3-1 in the opening set. Alcaraz, struggling with his first serves, found himself under constant pressure from Djokovic’s precise groundstrokes and immaculate serving. Despite a few moments of resistance from Alcaraz, Djokovic maintained his composure, breaking once more to secure the first set 6-2.
Set 2: Alcaraz Fights Back
Alcaraz responded with renewed determination in the second set. The young Spaniard broke Djokovic’s serve early, taking a 3-1 lead, and his aggressive play started to dictate the flow of the match. With his serve finding its rhythm, Alcaraz began to dominate the rallies, forcing Djokovic into errors. Despite the Serbian’s best efforts, Alcaraz maintained control, sealing the second set 6-2 to level the match at 1-1.
Set 3: Alcaraz Gains the Upper Hand
Alcaraz carried the momentum into the third set, breaking Djokovic’s serve early to lead 3-1. Djokovic, visibly fatigued, struggled to match the intensity of the Spaniard’s relentless pace and precision. Alcaraz continued to control the points, taking the set 6-3 and edging ahead with a two-sets-to-one lead.
Set 4: Alcaraz Clinches Career Slam
In the final set, Djokovic pushed Alcaraz to the limit, but the Spaniard remained composed under pressure. With the score tied at 5-5, Alcaraz served for the championship and sealed his victory 7-5, completing his historic win. Alcaraz defeated Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5, becoming the youngest player in history to win the career slam.