Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz live: Scores, updates, commentary and highlights from Australian Open men’s final originally appeared on Sporting News. Click here to add Sports News as your go-to source.
The men’s final of the Australian Open is a battle of young and old as world number one Carlos Alcaraz takes on tennis immortal Novak Djokovic in what promises to be an epic match.
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A victory for Alcaraz would make him the youngest career Grand Slam winner in history, an honor that could start his legacy.
The legendary Novak Djokovic is targeting an 11th Australian Open title (11 finals) and adding a 25th Grand Slam title to his coffers.
Sporting News follows Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz Live matches, with score updates and commentary provided in real time.
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Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz live score – Australian Open Men’s Final
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Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz updates, highlights and commentary
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6:55 pm: Alcaraz 3-0 currently looks like a good value at $2.82 – Novak saved 16 of 18 break points against Sinner – the story may be different.
6:50 pm: Alcaraz’s odds of winning the H2H match are currently $1.36 with the bookmaker, with Djokovic at $3.70 (odds provided by Betfair).
6:45 pm: This will be Djokovic’s 11th Australian Open final – he has never lost a match before. The real final boss of Melbourne Park.
6:40 pm: Alcaraz is seeking to become the youngest Grand Slam winner in tennis history, hoping to break the 88-year-old record held by American legend Don Budge.
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6:35 pm: Novak led 5-4 at halftime, but could Alcaraz equalize at the end of the night?
6:30 pm (local time): Welcome to Rod Laver Arena for tonight’s Australian Open men’s final between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz.
How to watch the Australian Open: TV channels, free Australian guide
this Nine Network It is the free home venue for the 2026 Australian Open.
All key matches will be broadcast for free on television across the country Channel 9 and 9 gems channel.
The broadcast schedule will be determined on a daily basis, but matches involving Australians and other high-profile players will usually receive free-to-air priority.
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Channel 9 will be the anchor channel 9 gems All-day coverage is also available.
Australian Open live broadcast: How to watch online in Australia
Australian fans can watch this year’s Australian Open via subscription service Stan Sports.
In 2026, every match will be available live and on-demand in 4K, making it perfect for die-hard tennis fans who want uninterrupted coverage.
Stan Sport will also launch event shoulder programming, including magazine style programming Grand Slam Daily Live broadcast every morning.
