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Alcaraz stuns Djokovic to win Australian Open, complete career Grand Slam

ADVERTISEMENT Follow Us Carlos Alcaraz once again shattered Novak Djokovic's dreams, defeating the record-chasing Serb 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 to clinch his maiden Australian Open crown on Sunday and become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam. The 22-year-old Spaniard denied Djokovic a historic 25th Grand Slam title as he celebrated his seventh major triumph in front of a roaring Rod Laver Arena- the same venue where Djokovic had knocked him out in the quarter-finals last year. "I think nobody knows how hard I've been working to get this trophy to taste this moment," Alcaraz said at the trophy ceremony, thanking his team.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz (L) and runner-up Serbia's Novak Djokovic pose for photos on the podium after the men's singles final of the Australian Open tennis tournament

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz (L) and runner-up Serbia's Novak Djokovic pose for photos on the podium after the men's singles final of the Australian Open tennis tournament

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Key Highlights

  • "Pre-season was a bit rough emotionally, we went through- not hearing what the people were saying- and did the right work.
  • You were pushing me to do the right work, really grateful for everyone in that corner, this trophy is yours," he added.
  • Don Budge's record as the youngest career Slam winner had stood for nearly 88 years since winning the 1938 French Open two days before his 23rd birthday.
  • Alcaraz's milestone may also last generations, having been achieved by one of the most devastating talents the game has seen.
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