Novak Djokovic Faces Carlos Alcaraz in 2026 Australian Open Final: Viewing Guide
The highly anticipated final of the 2026 Australian Open will showcase Novak Djokovic against Carlos Alcaraz. This match is set for Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the iconic Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne. Spectators can tune in at 5:30 AM in Argentina, 9:30 AM in Spain, and 7:30 PM local time in Australia.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, the rivalry between Djokovic and Alcaraz has been intense. Out of their last nine encounters since 2022, Djokovic holds a narrow edge with five victories compared to Alcaraz’s four. However, Alcaraz won their most recent match at the US Open semifinals in September 2025, dominating with scores of 6-4, 7-6(4), and 6-2.
Recent Performances
- Djokovic has triumphantly secured semifinals at the Australian Open in 2025 and at the Roland Garros in 2023.
- He aims for his 25th Grand Slam title and his 102nd professional career title.
- Djokovic’s Australian Open history includes ten titles, with a perfect final record.
Djokovic’s Career Achievements
At 38 years old, Djokovic boasts a remarkable record with:
- 10 Australian Open titles
- 7 Wimbledon championships
- 4 US Open victories
- 3 French Open titles
Despite 13 Grand Slam finals losses, he remains a formidable figure in tennis and particularly at the Australian Open.
Alcaraz’s Ascent
Carlos Alcaraz, the reigning world number one at just 22 years old, is making waves in the tennis world. He currently holds 24 ATP titles, including six Grand Slams:
- Two US Open titles (2022, 2025)
- Two Wimbledon titles (2023, 2024)
- Two French Open titles (2024, 2025)
Alcaraz aims to begin 2026 with the same momentum he had at the end of a stellar 2025 season, where he clinched eight titles.
Path to the Final
Both players endured challenging roads to reach the final.
Djokovic’s Journey
- Defeated Pedro Martínez, Francesco Maestrelli, and Botic van de Zandschulp all in straight sets.
- Advanced to the semifinals after Italian Lorenzo Musetti retired due to injury.
- In the semifinals, he outlasted Jannik Sinner in a grueling five-set match.
Alcaraz’s Journey
- Began with a win over Adam Walton, followed by success against Yannick Hanfmann and Corentin Moutet.
- Defeated Tommy Paul to reach the quarterfinals.
- Conquered Alex De Minaur, and finally triumphed over Alexander Zverev in a five-set marathon.
Broadcast Information
Fans can catch the thrilling final on
- ESPN (for Latin America, Central America, and the United States)
- Eurosport 1, Movistar+, and DAZN in Spain
This final promises to be a spectacular showdown, as both Djokovic and Alcaraz vie for supremacy in the first Grand Slam tournament of 2026.
