Carlos Alcaraz Makes Tennis History as Youngest Man to Complete Career Grand Slam

In a stunning display of skill and determination, 22-year-old Spanish tennis prodigy Carlos Alcaraz has etched his name into the annals of tennis history. By defeating the legendary Novak Djokovic with a score of 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 at the 2026 Australian Open, Alcaraz not only clinched his maiden title at this prestigious tournament but also secured his place as the youngest man ever to complete a career Grand Slam.

A Monumental Achievement in Men's Tennis

This victory marks Alcaraz's seventh overall Grand Slam title, a remarkable feat that includes two triumphs each at the French Open, US Open, and Wimbledon. The concept of a career Grand Slam is one of the most coveted accomplishments in tennis, requiring a player to win all four major tournaments—Australian Open, French Open, US Open, and Wimbledon—at least once during their career. With this win, Alcaraz becomes only the ninth man in the history of men's tennis to join this exclusive club, a testament to his extraordinary talent and consistency on the court.

Novak Djokovic, despite missing out on his 25th Grand Slam title in this match, holds the record for the most career Grand Slams, having achieved this feat three times. Other notable players who have completed the career Grand Slam multiple times include Rod Laver, Roy Emerson, and Rafael Nadal, each with two completions. The list of those who have done it once features tennis greats like Roger Federer, Andre Agassi, Don Budge, and Fred Perry, with Alcaraz now proudly adding his name to this illustrious group.

A Brief History of the Career Grand Slam

The history of the career Grand Slam in men's tennis dates back to 1925, when the French Open transitioned into an international tournament, opening its doors to players from beyond France. This pivotal moment set the stage for future champions to pursue this ultimate goal.

Fred Perry made history as the first men's player to achieve the career Grand Slam in 1935, followed by Don Budge in 1938.
After a gap of 24 years, Australian icon Rod Laver completed his first career Grand Slam in 1962, and he later became the first to do so in the Open Era by winning all four majors in the 1969 season.
Roy Emerson joined the list in 1964, but it took another 25 years before Andre Agassi became the fifth player to accomplish this in 1999, with his French Open victory.
In 2009, Roger Federer broke a ten-year drought by winning his only French Open title to complete his career Grand Slam, having previously secured three Australian Open, five US Open, and five Wimbledon titles.
The very next year, in 2010, Rafael Nadal added his name by winning the US Open and Wimbledon in the same season.
Prior to Alcaraz, the most recent addition was Novak Djokovic in 2016, when he won the French Open to complete his set.

Complete List of Men's Tennis Players with Career Grand Slam

Here is a comprehensive overview of the elite players who have achieved the career Grand Slam, along with their total Grand Slam titles and the year they completed this milestone:

Fred Perry – 8 total Slams, completed in 1935
Don Budge – 6 total Slams, completed in 1938
Rod Laver – 11 total Slams, completed in 1962
Roy Emerson – 12 total Slams, completed in 1964
Andre Agassi – 8 total Slams, completed in 1999
Roger Federer – 20 total Slams, completed in 2009
Rafael Nadal – 22 total Slams, completed in 2010
Novak Djokovic – 24 total Slams, completed in 2016
Carlos Alcaraz – 7 total Slams, completed in 2026

Carlos Alcaraz's achievement at such a young age underscores a new era in tennis, blending youthful energy with seasoned prowess. As the sport continues to evolve, his name will undoubtedly be remembered as a pivotal figure in its rich history.