Alcaraz Advances to First Melbourne Semi-Final, Faces Zverev Next
Carlos Alcaraz made history by advancing to the semi-finals of the Australian Open for the first time. He achieved this milestone on January 27, 2026, with a convincing victory over Alex de Minaur, securing his place to face Alexander Zverev next.
Alcaraz Dominates in Melbourne
The world number one, Alcaraz, showcased his skills at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne. He defeated Australian player de Minaur with a score of 7-5, 6-2, 6-1. The match highlighted Alcaraz’s dominance as he remains unbeaten in the tournament, not having dropped a single set.
Impressive Performance
At just 22 years old, Alcaraz is aiming for his first Australian Open title. He expressed his satisfaction, stating, “I’m just really happy how I’m playing every match.” This victory marked a significant achievement for Alcaraz, who had not progressed past the quarter-finals during his previous four trips to Australia.
Path to History
If Alcaraz triumphs over Zverev and goes on to win the final, he will break a record held by Rafael Nadal. This would make him the youngest player to secure all four Grand Slam titles, surpassing Nadal’s age of 24 at the time he achieved the feat.
Match Insights
In the semi-final match against de Minaur, Alcaraz initially took a 3-0 lead. However, de Minaur fought back to tie the set at 3-3. The set remained competitive until Alcaraz surged ahead at 5-5, winning the set by taking the next two games.
- First Set: 7-5, with intense exchanges and momentum shifts.
- Second Set: Alcaraz closed it out in 44 minutes, demonstrating his strong form.
- Third Set: He quickly established a 3-0 lead, ultimately winning the match with his fifth ace.
Zverev Awaits
Alcaraz now turns his focus to his upcoming match against Alexander Zverev. The third seed delivered a powerful performance, hitting 24 aces in his quarter-final match against Learner Tien.
“I know he is playing great, aggressive tennis,” Alcaraz remarked about Zverev. He emphasized the need for tactical readiness, foreseeing a challenging encounter ahead.
Next Matches
On the other side of the draw, Novak Djokovic, a 10-time champion in Melbourne, is set to compete against Lorenzo Musetti. The winner will face either Jannik Sinner or Ben Shelton, setting the stage for an exciting series of semi-finals ahead.
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