Novak Djokovic was unable to crown two impressive weeks in Melbourne with a historic triumph, missing out on a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title that would have also made him the oldest Grand Slam champion in history (38 years and 255 days). The Serbian star was defeated in the Australian Open final by top seed Carlos Alcaraz, who completed a comeback to claim victory 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5.

Novak Djokovic secured a place in the semifinals of the Australian Open in a match that ended in unexpected fashion. Despite Lorenzo Musetti (5) holding a 2–0 lead in sets, the Italian was forced to retire due to injury during the quarterfinal, with Novak leading 3-1 in the third set.

Novak advanced to the quarter-finals of the season’s first Grand Slam event without taking the court, after his opponent Jakub Mensik withdrew from the tournament due to injury.

The most successful player in Australian Open history will begin his 2026 campaign at Melbourne Park from January 18 to February 1, as he sets his sights on a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title.

Novak Djokovic retired from the Australian Open semi-final match with Alexander Zverev due to a left thigh injury, ending his quest for a 25th Grand Slam title.

Defending champion is through to the second round of the Australian Open with a comfortable 6-2, 6-4, 7-5 win over Frenchman Paul-Henri Mathieu in 1 hour and 42 minutes.