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Australian Open 2026 reaches a decisive stage as Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev prepare to face off in a blockbuster men’s semifinal at Melbourne Park.
With a place in the final on the line, the clash between the world No. 1 and world No. 3 promises elite-level tennis on Rod Laver Arena.
Semifinal showdown at Melbourne Park
Alcaraz and Zverev will meet on Friday, January 30, at Rod Laver Arena in one of the most anticipated matches of the tournament.
Carlos Alcaraz has powered into his first Australian Open semifinal without dropping a set, underlining his dominance throughout the fortnight.
The 22-year-old Spaniard delivered a statement performance in the quarterfinals, defeating Alex de Minaur in straight sets with increasing intensity and control as the match progressed.
Alexander Zverev, meanwhile, arrives with momentum of his own. The 28-year-old German is contesting his second consecutive semifinal in Melbourne and is chasing a long-awaited maiden Grand Slam title.
He has reached his 10th major semifinal overall, leaning heavily on his serve and baseline consistency to navigate a challenging draw.
What’s at stake for Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev
For Alcaraz, the semifinal represents more than just another milestone. Victory would move him one step closer to his first Australian Open title and completing the Career Grand Slam, a feat that would make him the youngest man to achieve it.
His blend of athleticism, shot variety, and forward court positioning has unsettled opponents throughout the tournament.
Zverev’s motivation is equally compelling. After finishing runner-up last year, the German is determined to go one better in 2026.
His serving performances have stood out, including a barrage of aces in the quarterfinals, and his ability to dictate play with his first serve could be pivotal against Carlos Alcaraz’s aggressive return game.
Live streaming and telecast details
Fans around the world can catch the Australian Open 2026 semifinal live across multiple platforms:
United States:
The semifinal will be shown on the ESPN network, starting at 10:30 pm ET / 7:30 pm PT on Thursday, January 29.
India:
The match will be broadcast on the Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available on the Sony LIV app and website. The match will not start before 9:00 am IST on Friday, January 30.
United Kingdom:
TNT Sports will air the match live, with coverage beginning at approximately 3:30 am GMT on Friday, January 30.
Spain:
Eurosport will telecast the match live from 5:30 am CET on Friday, January 30.
As Melbourne prepares for a high-octane semifinal, all eyes will be on whether Carlos Alcaraz’s relentless form can overcome Alexander Zverev’s power and experience.
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