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Carlos Alcaraz targets maiden Australian Open crown in 2026

Updated on: 17 January,2026 08:25 AM IST  |  Melbourne
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World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz said he is “hungry” to end his Australian Open title drought and complete a career Grand Slam, calling the Melbourne major his top priority in 2026 as he prepares to open his campaign against Australia’s Adam Walton

Carlos Alcaraz targets maiden Australian Open crown in 2026

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Carlos Alcaraz warned on Friday that he was “hungry” to break his Australian Open title drought and become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam, calling it his primary target in 2026.

The 22-year-old Alcaraz, who begins his title assault against Australia’s 79th-ranked Adam Walton, said he could not wait to get going.


“I’m just hungry for the title, hungry to do a really good result here. I’m just getting ready as much as I can. I’m really excited about the tournament beginning,” he said.



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