Spanish tennis phenom Carlos Alcaraz, 22, etched his name into the record books on February 2, 2026, becoming the youngest male player in history to achieve a Career Grand Slam after defeating Novak Djokovic in a dramatic Australian Open final.
The World No. 1 overcame a rocky start in Melbourne, dropping the first set 6-2 to the 38-year-old Serbian legend. Displaying trademark resilience, Alcaraz rallied to claim victory 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5, ending Djokovic's perfect 10-0 record in Australian Open finals.
"This means the world to me – it's a dream come true," an emotional Alcaraz told spectators after securing his fourth different major title. The win marks a generational shift in men's tennis, with the Spaniard now holding all Grand Slam trophies simultaneously for the first time in his career.
Djokovic, competing in his 37th Grand Slam final at 38 years old, fell short in his bid for a record 25th major title despite showing flashes of his signature dominance early in the match.
