Djokovic Versus Alcaraz Is an Australian Open Final Guaranteed to Make History

Djokovic, 38, could become the first player ever to win 25 Grand Slams, while Alcaraz, 22, could become the youngest to clinch the career Grand Slam.

Novak Djokovic of Serbia (Left) and Carlos Alcaraz of Spain will meet in the Australian Open Men’s Final at Melbourne Park on Feb. 1, 2026. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images

Novak Djokovic versus Carlos Alcaraz isn’t quite on the same level as Roger Federer versus Rafael Nadal, or even the active rivalry of Alcaraz vs. Jannik Sinner.

But the 2026 Australian Open Men’s Final on Sunday offers the classic battle of guile and experience facing youthful exuberance, and tennis fans are guaranteed to witness history no matter who wins.