How Many Finals Have Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic Played?
Here’s the complete head-to-head record of the matches between these tennis legends.
Carlos Alcaraz vs. Novak Djokovic: Head-to-Head and Road to the 2026 Australian Open Final
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic have faced each other nine times to date, with a slight advantage for Djokovic: 5 wins for Djokovic and 4 for Alcaraz.
Their most recent clash went to Alcaraz, who defeated Djokovic in the 2025 US Open semifinals 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-2, after tough losses in previous meetings: the Australian Open quarterfinals and the Paris 2024 Olympic final, both with Djokovic in top form or facing physical challenges.
How many finals have Alcaraz and Djokovic played?
So far, Alcaraz and Djokovic have met in four finals, with a balanced record: two wins each.
- Alcaraz won the Wimbledon finals in 2023 and 2024.
- Djokovic claimed victory at the 2023 Cincinnati Masters final and the Paris 2024 Olympic final.
All results between Alcaraz and Djokovic
| Year | Winner | Tournament | Stage | Surface | Score |
| 2025 | Carlos Alcaraz | US Open | Semifinal | Hard | 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-2 |
| 2025 | Novak Djokovic | Australia | Quarterfinal | Hard | 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 |
| 2024 | Novak Djokovic | Paris 2024 | Final | Clay | 7-6(3), 7-6(2) |
| 2024 | Carlos Alcaraz | Wimbledon | Final | Grass | 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(4) |
| 2023 | Novak Djokovic | ATP Finals | Semifinal | Hard (i) | 6-3, 6-2 |
| 2023 | Novak Djokovic | Cincinnati | Final | Hard | 5-7, 7-6(7), 7-6(4) |
| 2023 | Carlos Alcaraz | Wimbledon | Final | Grass | 1-6, 7-6(6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 |
| 2023 | Novak Djokovic | Roland Garros | Semifinal | Clay | 6-3, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 |
| 2022 | Carlos Alcaraz | Madrid | Semifinal | Clay | 6-7(5), 7-5, 7-6(5) |
When is the 2026 Australian Open final?
The final between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic will be played on Sunday, February 1, at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.
- ET: 3:30 a.m.
- Spanish time: 9:30 a.m.
- Local time in Melbourne: 7:30 p.m.
Carlos Alcaraz’s path to the final
- 1st round: def. Adam Walton (AUS) 6-3, 7-6(2), 6-2
- 2nd round: def. Yannick Hanfmann (GER) 7-6(4), 6-3, 6-2
- 3rd round: def. Corentin Moutet (FRA) 6-2, 6-4, 6-1
- Round of 16: def. Tommy Paul (USA) 7-6(6), 6-4, 7-5
- Quarterfinals: def. Alex de Miñaur (AUS) 7-5, 6-2, 6-1
- Semifinals: def. Alexander Zverev (GER) 6-4, 7-6(5), 6-7(3), 6-7(4), 7-5
Alcaraz demonstrated incredible endurance, coming back from sets down and maintaining his competitive level in marathon matches.
Novak Djokovic’s results at the 2026 Australian Open
- 1st round: def. Pedro Martínez (ESP) 6-3, 6-2, 6-2
- 2nd round: def. Francesco Maestrelli (ITA) 6-3, 6-2, 6-2
- 3rd round: def. Botic Van de Zandschulp (NED) 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(4)
- Round of 16: def. Jakub Mensik (CZE) by retirement
- Quarterfinals: def. Lorenzo Musetti (ITA) 4-6, 3-6, 3-1 ret.
- Semifinals: def. Jannik Sinner (ITA) 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4
At 38 years old, Djokovic continues to show his skill, stamina, and experience, remaining among the world’s elite.
