The Djokovic Alcaraz Australian Open final was confirmed after both players won their semifinal matches in Melbourne. Novak Djokovic reached the final of the 2026 Australian Open following a five-set victory over Jannik Sinner. Carlos Alcaraz also advanced after winning his semifinal match earlier the same day. The men’s singles final will be played on Sunday.
Djokovic Reaches Another Australian Open Final
Novak Djokovic defeated Jannik Sinner in a five-set semifinal match. The final score was 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4. The match lasted more than four hours. Djokovic recovered from two sets down to secure the win. At 38 years old, Djokovic became the oldest player in the Open Era to reach an Australian Open final. He is seeking his 25th Grand Slam singles title and an 11th Australian Open title.
Alcaraz Advances to First Australian Open Final
Carlos Alcaraz reached his first Australian Open final after defeating Alexander Zverev. The match was played over five sets. It lasted more than five hours. Alcaraz won after a long deciding set. He is 22 years old and currently ranked world number one. The victory earned him a place in the Djokovic Alcaraz Australian Open final. Alcaraz is aiming to win the Australian Open for the first time.
What the Djokovic Alcaraz Australian Open Final Means
The Djokovic Alcaraz Australian Open final will be the latest meeting between the two players at a Grand Slam event. Djokovic is chasing a record-extending major title. Alcaraz is attempting to move closer to a career Grand Slam. The final will mark Djokovic’s 38th Grand Slam final appearance. It will be Alcaraz’s first final at the Australian Open. All top four seeds reached the men’s semifinals at the tournament. The final will be played at Rod Laver Arena.
