Djokovic vs Alcaraz – Australian Open final: Start time, head-to-head

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Hafsa AdilJanuary 31, 2026 at 11:47 AM

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Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will compete in the men's singles final of the Australian Open 2026 in Melbourne. The match, scheduled for Sunday, February 1 at 19:30 local time (08:30 GMT) at Rod Laver Arena, pits the veteran Djokovic against the young Alcaraz. Djokovic is aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title, which would surpass Margaret Court's record, while Alcaraz seeks to become the youngest player to achieve a Career Grand Slam. This match is significant as it represents a clash between generations, with Djokovic looking to further cement his legacy and Alcaraz aiming to establish his dominance in men's tennis. Both players are coming off of semifinal wins.

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