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Youngest Career Grand Slam: Alcaraz Rewrites History
2 Feb
Summary
- Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man to achieve a Career Grand Slam.
- Novak Djokovic faced his first-ever defeat in an Australian Open final.
- Several players achieved new career-high rankings after the tournament.
Carlos Alcaraz has further cemented his dominance in the ATP Rankings following his triumphant run at the Australian Open. The Spanish sensation achieved a historic milestone, becoming the youngest male player to complete the Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.
In a thrilling final held in Melbourne, Alcaraz overcame 10-time champion Novak Djokovic. This victory marked a significant moment, as it was Djokovic's inaugural defeat in an Australian Open final. Djokovic's third-place ranking reflects this shift.
The tournament also witnessed notable movements within the Top 10 and beyond. Jannik Sinner maintained his second position, while Taylor Fritz climbed to seventh, becoming the highest-ranked American. A significant number of players across the Top 100 achieved personal best rankings, signaling emerging talent.
The rankings also highlight the progress of Indian players in both singles and doubles. Yuki Bhambri and N. Sriram Balaji saw notable gains in the doubles rankings, while Sumit Nagal remains the top-ranked Indian singles player. Several other Indian athletes achieved new career highs, indicating growth in Indian tennis.
