Alcaraz overcomes resistance early
Top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz continued his run at the 2026 Australian Open with a 7-6(4), 6-3, 6-2 victory over Germany’s Yannick Hanfmann to reach the third round.
The match began competitively, with Hanfmann challenging the world No. 1 and pushing the first set to a tiebreaker. However, Alcaraz’s versatility and tactical adjustments helped him secure the set and shift momentum.
Increasing control
After capturing the opening set, Alcaraz grew more dominant, closing out the second set 6-3 and finishing with a convincing 6-2 in the third.
Looking ahead in Melbourne
The win moves Alcaraz into the third round, keeping his quest for a first Australian Open title alive and demonstrating his strength on the Melbourne hard courts.
