US Edition'Historic, Legendary': Carlos Alcaraz Denies Novak Djokovic to Win Maiden Australian Open Title
At 22, Alcaraz became the youngest man in the Open era to win all four majors, securing his seventh Grand Slam and the world number one ranking.
- On Sunday, February 1, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 at Melbourne Park to win the Australian Open.
- After two five-set semis, recovery was a key factor, as Djokovic's semifinal didn't finish until Saturday, leaving limited time for Alcaraz to recover.
- Djokovic started fast, claiming the first set in 33 minutes, then Alcaraz raised his tempo to break for 2-1 in set two and saved six break points in set four.
- Alcaraz's win makes him the youngest man in the Open era to complete a career Grand Slam at 22 years and eight months, breaking Rafael Nadal's mark, while Novak Djokovic suffers his first Melbourne final defeat and remains short of a record 25th major.
- The result cements Carlos Alcaraz's place among all-time young achievers, equalling Bjorn Borg's under-23 record and receiving Djokovic's praise as `historic` in his fifth appearance.
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By JOHN PYE MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — As only the real champions do, Novak Djokovic assessed it as something to work on the tournament that remained two sets away from conquering his elusive 25th Grand Slam title. Both Australian Open finalists pursued the story and Carlos Alcaraz, 22, retired to beat Djokovic in four sets on Sunday night. “You’re talking to me ten minutes after losing the final, so, of course, I’m going to be a little bitter …
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Djokovic falls short of a 25th major title as Alcaraz triumphs in Australia. It's still his mission
Novak Djokovic missed his best chance in two years of winning a record 25th Grand Slam title when he lost the Australian Open final to 22-year-old Carlos Alcaraz.
The 22-year-old Spaniard, in four rounds ahead of Novak Djokovic, became the youngest player in history to win the four major titles.
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