Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz claimed his first Australian Open title and completed the career Grand Slam by defeating Novak Djokovic in four sets on Sunday. The 22-year-old Spaniard overcame an early setback to win 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 against the 38-year-old Serb, who was seeking a record 25th major. Alcaraz's victory marks him as the youngest man to achieve the feat in the Open Era.

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Carlos Alcaraz has defeated Novak Djokovic in Australia, achieving a career Grand Slam.

The women's semifinals at the Australian Open 2026 feature top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina against Elina Svitolina and Jessica Pegula, respectively, on Rod Laver Arena. All four players have reached the last four without dropping a set, marking a rare feat in Grand Slam history. The matches promise intense competition as contenders vie for a spot in the final.

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Novak Djokovic has reached the quarterfinals of the 2026 Australian Open with minimal court time and a crucial walkover, positioning him well for a potential record 25th Grand Slam title. At 38, the Serb benefits from rest and recovery after physical struggles in 2025. He faces Lorenzo Musetti next, with Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz looming as major threats.

Novak Djokovic hailed Stan Wawrinka as a friend, rival, and inspiration following the Swiss veteran's third-round defeat at the Australian Open. Wawrinka, a three-time Grand Slam champion, received warm applause in his final appearance at Melbourne Park before retiring after the 2026 season. Djokovic advanced to the fourth round with his 400th Grand Slam victory.

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At 40 years old, Stan Wawrinka battled through a five-set thriller to defeat French qualifier Arthur Gea and advance to the third round of the Australian Open for the first time since 2020. The Swiss veteran became the oldest man to achieve this feat since Ken Rosewall in 1978. Wawrinka, who plans to retire at the end of the 2026 season, now faces ninth seed Taylor Fritz.