Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Alcaraz Defeats Zverev in Epic Australian Open Semifinal
The Australian Open 2026 semifinals happened on Friday, January 30, 2026, in Melbourne, Australia.
Carlos Alcaraz played against Alexander Zverev in a very long and exciting match that lasted over five hours.
Alcaraz was winning two sets to one when he got cramps and had to take a medical timeout.
Zverev got upset and argued with the officials, but Alcaraz still won the match 6-4, 7-6, 6-7, 6-7, 7-5.
Novak Djokovic congratulated Alcaraz after his win.
The matches were shown live on ESPN and Sony LIV in India.
This was a very important match for both players.
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alexander Zverev in a five-set thriller to reach the Australian Open 2026 final.
The match lasted for five hours and 27 minutes, making it the longest semi-final in Australian Open history.
Zverev argued with officials about Alcaraz taking a medical timeout for cramps, suggesting preferential treatment.
Novak Djokovic congratulated Alcaraz on his victory before his own semi-final match.
The matches were broadcast live on ESPN (TV) and Sony LIV (Digital) in India.
- Who
- Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, Novak Djokovic
- What
- Australian Open 2026 Semifinal
- When
- Friday, January 30, 2026
- Where
- Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, Australia
- Why
- To compete for a spot in the Australian Open final
- Match Date
- Friday, January 30, 2026
- Match Time
- Not before 9:00 AM IST (Alcaraz vs Zverev), 2:00 PM IST (Sinner vs Djokovic)
- Venue
- Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne, Australia
- Live Telecast
- ESPN (TV), Sony LIV (Digital)
- Match Duration
- 5 hours and 27 minutes
- Alcaraz vs Zverev Score
- 6-4, 7-6, 6-7, 6-7, 7-5
- Alcaraz's Quarterfinal Result
- 7-5, 6-2, 6-1 against Alex de Minaur
- Zverev's Quarterfinal Result
- Three sets to one against Learner Tien
Sources
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