Nadal, Del Potro, Ivanovic lead social media reaction to Alcaraz’s Australian Open victory | ATP Tour
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Nadal, Del Potro, Ivanovic lead social media reaction to Alcaraz’s Australian Open victory
Laver, Navratilova also weighs in
February 01, 2026
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Carlos Alcaraz celebrates his first Australian Open victory.
By ATP staff
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in four sets on Sunday evening to win the Australian Open and complete the Career Grand Slam. It didn’t take long for some of tennis’ biggest stars, including Rafael Nadal, to share their congratulations.
“Congratulations @carlosalcaraz on winning the Australian Open and winning the Career Grand Slam!” Nadal wrote in X.
“Congratulations to @DjokerNole for reaching one of the finals in Melbourne and continuing to make history in our sport,” added Nadal. “Thank you for your words during the festival!”
Enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz agree to @Australian Open y won the Career Grand Slam! 👶👏🏻
Congratulations @DjokerNole by reaching one of the finals in Melbourne and continuing to make history in our sport. Thank you for your words during the festival! pic.twitter.com/GSLr8pprQZ
– Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) February 1, 2026
Juan Martin del Potro, Ana Ivanovic, Rod Laver and Martina Navratilova were among the first to react to the final.
Gracias @DjokerNole therefore this. Tantas emociones nos hiciste vivir nuevamente. Sos único, te quiero mucho 💙
The Grand Carlitos!!! Sos un capo total 🏆🙌@carlosalcaraz
— Juan M. del Potro (@delpotrojuan) February 1, 2026
Congratulations on your first AO crown and another major title, @carlosalcaraz. Your talent, courage and the joy of this game lights up our game. @DjokerNole – what you continue to bring to tennis is beyond belief. Thanks for another amazing week and set up…
– Rod Laver (@rodlaver) February 1, 2026
Amazing men’s finals! 🎾
Congratulations, @carlosalcaraz in addition i @Australian Open the title of your collection! 👏🏼
Amazing performance and competition @DjokerNole – To show everyone why you are a goat. #AO2026— Ana Ivanovic (@anaivanovic) February 1, 2026
Congratulations @carlosalcaraz for your win at @Australian Open and making history!!! That’s always special :). You make it look so easy and oh so fun!!!
– Martina Navratilova (@Martina) February 1, 2026
Congratulations to the truly remarkable @carlosalcarazAustralian Open Men’s Singles Champion 2026!
And cheers to another amazing performance by @DjokerNole.
These two are so much fun to watch.
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) February 1, 2026
History. Congratulations @carlosalcaraz And inspiration from @DjokerNole playing with that level.
— James Blake (@JRBlake) February 1, 2026
holy toledo A career grand slam at 22 Escape from Alcaraz @carlosalcaraz amazing effort winning 1st @Australian Open 😎💪👍👊 🏆
– Brad Gilbert (@bgtennisnation) February 1, 2026
Enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz with primero @Australian Open !!
Sure que el primero de muchos
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/S4CMPXRPYL— Fernando Verdasco (@FerVerdasco) February 1, 2026
Congratulations @carlosalcaraz on your first win @Australian Open #title ending an incredible run of history at the age of 22.
Tonight’s game was good, a lot on both sides of the pitch and he handled it calmly.
We knew you were special…
— Katrina Adams 🦋 (@katadams68) February 1, 2026
A number of celebrities from outside the world of tennis were also closely following the Australian Open.
Basketball legend Pau Gasol, actor Ben Stiller and others were featured on social media after the game.
Celebrating from Milan the first Australian Open @carlosalcaraz 🏆🇦🇺
Hello, Charlie! The youngest in history to complete the Career Grand Slam 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/aBA6JD57kn
— Pau Gasol (@paugasol) February 1, 2026
🙌
– Ben Stiller (@BenStiller) February 1, 2026
What stood out at the Australian Open was the perseverance of Carlos Alcaraz. In long meetings, he stayed calm, kept his opponent under pressure, and chose his moments wisely. And the way he covered the field, with speed and precision, was a joy to watch! Congratulations… pic.twitter.com/c2MBeBNjC6
– Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 1, 2026
At 22, playing with that kind of belief is special! Entering the beautiful stage and taking down the legend takes heart! Big respect to @carlosalcaraz 🫡 Congratulations and well done 🔥 The game is in good hands 🎾 🏆 @Australian Open #Alcaraz #AlcarazDjokovic
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) February 1, 2026
The post is delayed because I had to go back and rewatch what we just saw in the middle @carlosalcaraz again @DjokerNole!!! 🤯🤯🤯
The mind is blown at the display of grace, frame and greatness!!! Wow!!! #openaustralia #GrandSlam #umbalamando 🎾
I think I know what I want to do in my next life! 😂— Terrell Owens (@terrellowens) February 1, 2026
Brutaaaal 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Enjorabuena, @carlosalcaraz 👑— Marc Márquez (@marcmarquez93) February 1, 2026
History. Grand slam completado con sólo 22 años. Enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz 👏🍋 pic.twitter.com/9Y9cMoXOLg
— Alejandro Valverde (@alejanvalverde) February 1, 2026
Beloved @carlosalcarazcongratulations for the first time @Australian Openyour seventh Grand Slam title. He remains No. 1 and is the youngest player in history to win all four Grand Slam tournaments. All madridistas are proud of you. Congratulations, champion!
– Real Madrid CF 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) February 1, 2026
