Djokovic vs Alcaraz final live updates, Australian Open 2026: 4th set underway; Novak 1-2 Alcaraz
Australian Open 2026 grand finale live updates, Djokovic vs Alcaraz: The two have clashed five times in Grand Slam settings so far. Alcaraz has won both of their Grand Slam finals
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Australian Open 2026 grand finale: Live streaming of Djokovic vs Alcaraz is available on Sony LIV app and website
All eyes are on Melbourne as Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz face off in the Australian Open men’s final today, with history firmly in the balance. Novak looked in his best as he won the first set 6-2. However, Alcaraz responded strongly, taking home the 2nd set in the same manner (6-2) and getting right back in the game.
The Spaniard took advantage of his fitness levels over the 38-year-old as he went on to take a 2-1 lead, winning the 3rd set 6-3 on as well.
Djokovic is chasing a record 25th Grand Slam title, while Alcaraz, just 22, is bidding to become the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam by winning the only major missing from his trophy cabinet.
For Djokovic, the stakes could hardly be higher. The 38-year-old stands one victory away from going past Margaret Court on the all-time Grand Slam winners’ list in the Open Era. Court was in attendance during his semifinal against Jannik Sinner, adding to the sense of occasion surrounding the Serb’s latest title push.
The road to this final has underlined a generational shift at the top of men’s tennis. Alcaraz and Sinner have repeatedly blocked Djokovic’s push for a 25th Slam, with the duo splitting the last eight majors evenly between them.
Djokovic and Alcaraz are no strangers on the biggest stages. The two have clashed five times in Grand Slam settings so far. Alcaraz has won both of their Grand Slam finals, while Djokovic prevailed at the Olympics to complete his Career Super Slam. Overall, the Serb leads their rivalry with five wins from nine match-ups. How many Grand Slam titles Novak Djokovic has won?
| Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam titles | ||
| Number | Grand Slam | Opponent in final |
| 1 | 2008 Australian Open | Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (FRA) |
| 2 | 2011 Australian Open | Andy Murray (GBR) |
| 3 | 2011 Wimbledon | Rafael Nadal (ESP) |
| 4 | 2011 US Open | Rafael Nadal (ESP) |
| 5 | 2012 Australian Open | Rafael Nadal (ESP) |
| 6 | 2013 Australian Open | Andy Murray (GBR) |
| 7 | 2014 Wimbledon | Roger Federer (SUI) |
| 8 | 2015 Australian Open | Andy Murray (GBR) |
| 9 | 2015 Wimbledon | Roger Federer (SUI) |
| 10 | 2015 US Open | Roger Federer (SUI) |
| 11 | 2016 Australian Open | Andy Murray (GBR) |
| 12 | 2016 French Open | Andy Murray (GBR) |
| 13 | 2018 Wimbledon | Kevin Anderson (RSA) |
| 14 | 2018 US Open | Juan Martín del Potro (ARG) |
| 15 | 2019 Australian Open | Rafael Nadal (ESP) |
| 16 | 2019 Wimbledon | Roger Federer (SUI) |
| 17 | 2020 Australian Open | Dominic Thiem (AUT) |
| 18 | 2021 Australian Open | Daniil Medvedev (RUS) |
| 19 | 2021 French Open | Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE) |
| 20 | 2021 Wimbledon | Matteo Berrettini (ITA) |
| 21 | 2022 Wimbledon | Nick Kyrgios (AUS) |
| 22 | 2023 Australian Open | Stefanos Tsitsipas (GRE) |
| 23 | 2023 French Open | Casper Ruud (NOR) |
| 24 | 2023 US Open | Danill Medvedev |
Australian open final live telecast: The live telecast of Djokovic vs Alcaraz final match is available on Sony Ten 2 HD/SD and Sony Six HD/SD with English commentary. The tennis fans can watch the live telecast in Hindi Commentary on Sony Ten 3 HD/SD.
Australian open 2026 final live streaming: The fans can watch Djokovic vs Alcaraz final match on Sony LIV app and website.
Stay with us as we bring you live updates, key moments, and analysis from the Australian Open final as it unfolds.
5:12 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz one game away now!
Alcaraz is back with the lead at 6-5 and is just one game away now to win the title.
5:09 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Djokovic at his accurate best!
Djokovic makes it 5-5 on the night with almost perfect serves in the game as the Serb is not letting go anytime soon.
5:04 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz fights through to take the lead!
Djokovic is receiving the love of the crowd as he battles through with Alcaraz to get the break. With the game tied at 30-30, it was an end-to-end battle in this game that eventually went in the favour of the Spaniard Alcaraz.
The game got tied at deuce after an unforced error by Novak. Alcaraz went on to take the advantage with a cross court winner and cheered out loud after making it 5-4 on the night.
The game got tied at deuce after an unforced error by Novak. Alcaraz went on to take the advantage with a cross court winner and cheered out loud after making it 5-4 on the night.
4:57 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Djokovic holds firm!
Djokovic doesn't let Alcaraz take the break as he stands firm and makes it 4-4 even after his opponent took the game to a deuce.
4:53 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz leads 4-3!
Alcaraz makes it 4-3 as this set is looking to go right till the very end for a winner.
4:49 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Djokovic makes it 3-3!
Djokovic makes it 3-3 now with his serve with no break yet in this set.
4:46 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz leads 3-2!
Carlos Alcaraz has the lead again with his serve as the score stands at 3-2 now.
4:42 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Djokovic makes it 2-2 in an instant!
Djokovic cruises through the next game as he holds his serve perfectly to make it 2-2 in the 4th set
4:39 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz holds his serve to lead again!
Alcaraz holds his serve as he takes a 2-1 lead on the night in the 4th set.
4:34 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Djokovic fights to hold his serve!
After a considerably long game (9+ minutes) with Djokovic serving to tie the 4th set up, the game went in the favour of the Serbian who fought to hold his serve after six deuces on the night.
4:21 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz takes a 1-0 lead!
The Spaniard holds his serve at the start of the 4th set and now leads 1-0.
4:16 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz bags the 3rd set!
Alcaraz is very much on top of the tie now as he bags the 3rd set 6-3, taking yet another break against Djokovic. The fitness levels are evidently making the diffrence as the 38-year-old is battling through the match at the moment.
Trailing 40-0 with his serve, Djokovic did bring it back to 40-40 but it was the Spaniard whose drop shot earned him the advantage only for the Serb to bring it back to a 2nd deuce with his serve.
After deuce number 4, it was Alcaraz who bagged the 3rd set after taking the advantae and then Djokovic giving an unforced error to him.
Trailing 40-0 with his serve, Djokovic did bring it back to 40-40 but it was the Spaniard whose drop shot earned him the advantage only for the Serb to bring it back to a 2nd deuce with his serve.
After deuce number 4, it was Alcaraz who bagged the 3rd set after taking the advantae and then Djokovic giving an unforced error to him.
4:07 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz maintains the lead!
Alcaraz maintains his lead as he bags the next game to make it 5-3 on the night. His net game also giving him some advantage with 77% of his shots from the net earning him points so far. Djokovic also getting some hard earned points but not able to get hold of things at the moment.
4:02 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Djokovic still alive in the set!
Alcaraz is feeling like this is the time to strike the hammer and is collecting some really good points courtesy of his mobile shots that are taking Djokovic out of contention for it at times. Djokovic trying his best to use hi serves to earn points in the game as he manages to win the 7th game of the 3rd set to make it 3-4.
3:59 PM
Australian Open 2026 final LIVE: Alcaraz holds his serve to lead 4-2
Alcaraz uses his serve to take a healthy 4-2 lead after the break as Djokovic's attempt to break the rhythm of the points earned by his opponent doesn't come to fruition. 4-2 in the 3rd set now.
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First Published: Feb 01 2026 | 1:48 PM IST