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Alcaraz Chasing Elusive Australian Open Crown
25 Jan
Summary
- Carlos Alcaraz seeks his first Australian Open title.
- He has never reached the semifinals Down Under.
- Alcaraz aims to complete his career Grand Slam in 2026.
Carlos Alcaraz, the current world No. 1, is aiming to win his first Australian Open title, a significant gap in his otherwise decorated career. Despite winning multiple Grand Slam titles at Wimbledon, the French Open, and the US Open, Alcaraz has never reached the semifinals in Melbourne. This year, he has declared the Australian Open his main goal.
Alcaraz's performances in Australia have been inconsistent, including a withdrawal in 2023 due to injury and a quarterfinal exit in 2024. However, he has reached the fourth round this year without dropping a set, showcasing his current form. Achieving victory would make him the youngest player to complete a career Grand Slam, surpassing Rafael Nadal's record.
He has carried strong form into the tournament, marked by a dominant performance in the round of 32. Alcaraz expressed confidence, stating, "I'm feeling this year is probably one of those years that I will be able to, or I will have a chance."
