Novak Djokovic paid glowing tribute to Carlos Alcaraz after the Spaniard defeated him in the Australian Open men's singles final, describing the 22-year-old as "a legend".
Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest player to achieve the career grand slam when he defeated Novak Djokovic in the 2026 Australian Open final on Sunday.
Rafael Nadal has weighed in on Sunday's Australian Open final in Melbourne, backing compatriot Carlos Alcaraz while respecting Novak Djokovic's achievement.
Novak Djokovic rolled back the years to outlast Jannik Sinner 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 in four hours and nine minutes to reach his 11th Australian Open final.
Jannik Sinner booked his place in the Australian Open semi-finals with a composed straight-sets victory over Ben Shelton, setting up a blockbuster clash with Novak Djokovic.
Novak Djokovic reached the Australian Open semi-finals for a 13th time after advancing when Lorenzo Musetti retired injured during their quarter-final at Rod Laver Arena.