Alcaraz defeats Djokovic in the final to become the youngest "Career Slam" holder in history
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Carlos Alcaraz made history in Melbourne by capturing his first-ever Australian Open title, etching his name into the annals of world tennis.
Details: In the final, the Spanish sensation conquered the legendary Novak Djokovic, completing his collection of trophies from all four Grand Slam tournaments.
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At just 22 years and 272 days old, Alcaraz became the youngest male player in tennis history to achieve a Career Slam. By doing so, he shattered a record that had stood for an astonishing 87 years.
The "King Carlos" now boasts seven Major titles, collected on every surface:
- US Open: 2022, 2025
- Wimbledon: 2023, 2024
- Roland Garros: 2024, 2025
- Australian Open: 2026
This triumph marks the dawn of a new era, with the 22-year-old from El Palmar already standing shoulder to shoulder with the sport's all-time greats.
Reminder: Elena Rybakina won the 2026 Australian Open, defeating Aryna Sabalenka.
