Tennis history witnessed a defining moment at the Australian Open 2026. Spain’s young superstar Carlos Alcaraz completed his career Grand Slam and became the youngest male player ever to achieve this historic feat.
By winning the Australian Open title, Alcaraz joined an elite group of legends who have lifted trophies at all four Grand Slam tournaments. What makes his achievement even more special is his age just 22 years and 272 days, a new all-time record in men’s tennis.
Youngest Career Grand Slam Winners – Men’s Tennis
| Rank | Player | Country | Age at Completion | Tournament That Completed Slam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlos Alcaraz | Spain | 22 years, 272 days | Australian Open 2026 |
| 2 | Rafael Nadal | Spain | 24 years, 101 days | US Open 2010 |
| 3 | Don Budge* | USA | 23 years (approx.) | US Open 1938 |
| 4 | Novak Djokovic | Serbia | 24 years, 314 days | French Open 2016 |
| 5 | Roger Federer | Switzerland | 27 years, 308 days | French Open 2009 |
How Carlos Alcaraz Completed the Career Grand Slam
Alcaraz sealed his place in history by defeating Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open 2026 final. After losing the opening set, the Spaniard showed maturity beyond his age and produced a dominant comeback.
Australian Open 2026 Final Result
- Final Score: Alcaraz def. Djokovic 2–6, 6–2, 6–3, 7–5
- Venue: Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Duration: Around 3 hours
This victory gave Alcaraz the only Grand Slam missing from his collection, completing the career Grand Slam in style.
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Carlos Alcaraz Grand Slam Titles Till AO 2026
| Grand Slam | Titles Won |
|---|---|
| Australian Open | 1 (2026) |
| French Open | 2 |
| Wimbledon | 2 |
| US Open | 2 |
| Total | 7 Grand Slams |
At just 22 years old, Alcaraz is also the youngest player to reach seven Grand Slam titles in the Open Era.
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Records Broken by Alcaraz
- Youngest male player to complete career Grand Slam
- Broke Rafael Nadal’s long-standing age record
- Became the second Spanish man to win the Australian Open
- Completed career Grand Slam at first Australian Open title
- Fastest rise to 7 Grand Slam titles in men’s tennis
Historical Significance
Alcaraz is now part of one of tennis most exclusive clubs players who have won all four Grand Slams. Doing it at such a young age places him ahead of legends like Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Andre Agassi in terms of speed and age milestones.
His achievement also signals a clear shift of power in men’s tennis, from the legendary Big Three era to a new generation.
Also see: Carlos Alcaraz Wins First Australian Open 2026 Title
Carlos Alcaraz Reaction After Winning AO 2026
After lifting the trophy, Alcaraz said:
“This feels like a dream. Winning the Australian Open and completing the career Grand Slam against Novak is something I will never forget. Thanks to my team, my family, and the fans. VAMOS!”
At world No.1 and just 22, Alcaraz now has time firmly on his side. With seven Grand Slams already secured, many believe he could challenge Djokovic all-time Grand Slam record in the years to come. For tennis fans, this moment marks the beginning of a new era.
