Carlos was 7-5 after the US Open in 2023. He fell to Jannik Sinner in the semi-final in Beijing and lost to Grigor Dimitrov in Shanghai. The young gun reached the semi-final on his ATP Finals debut, taking only five games against Novak Djokovic.

Carlos thinks about Jannik every time he practices, targeting further improvements for their upcoming encounters. Alcaraz also uses Sinner's titles and incredible success in the previous season to practice even harder and seek the extra gear that can make the difference.

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Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Carlos Alcaraz, right, of Spain talks with runner-up Jannik Sinner of Italy after winning their men’s ...

The Australian Open quarter-finals begin on Tuesday and fans are expected to pack Rod Laver Arena when 10-times champion Novak Djokovic meets Carlos Alcaraz, who is bidding to complete a career Grand Slam.

The Australian Open continues with thrilling matches. Alcaraz leads Djokovic before a medical timeout. Badosa beats Gauff, reaching her first Grand Slam semi-final. Zverev triumphs over Paul to secure a spot in the semis.

TOP MEN'S MATCH: NOVAK DJOKOVIC V CARLOS ALCARAZ When Djokovic was listed ... seed Badosa after the Spaniard was beaten in last year's Beijing semi-final when Gauff made a stirring comeback ...

at the National Tennis Center in Beijing, Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. (AP Photo/Andy Wong, File) FILE - Carlos Alcaraz, right, of Spain talks with runner-up Jannik Sinner of Italy after winning their ...

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The ongoing Australia Open 2025 will witness one of the biggest matches with Serbia's Novak Djokovic locking horns with Carlos Alcaraz of Spain in the men's singles quarterfinal on Tuesday. The Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz Australian Open 2025 quarter-final clash at the Rod Laver Arena will be available on live streaming and live telecast in India.