Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz head-to-head record

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz’s rivalry has always produced classic matches.

It has been 21 years since Novak Djokovic turned professional in tennis. He entered the ITF tour the same year when Carlos Alcaraz was born. By the time Alcaraz was a month old, Djokovic had won his first ITF title in Serbia while beating Spaniard, Cesar Ferrer-Victoria in the final.

In 2004, Djokovic took his baby steps on the ATP tour by debuting at the Umag Open. He secured his first tour-level victory in Bucharest on clay against Arnaud Clement. Two decades later, he still has the same determination on the court as his much younger opponent.

The Serbian has formed a ferocious rivalry with Alcaraz. The 21-year-old can play tactically and with raw power. When two generations collide, the fans get to witness mesmerizing rallies on the court.

Alcaraz has reminded Djokovic of Rafael Nadal during their final at Cincinnati Masters in 2023. The 37-year-old has been an admirer of Alcaraz, and it has been the same for the Spaniard. Both players have to be appreciated for maintaining high levels of play throughout their battles.

Djokovic usually thrives under pressure and has shown the same various times against Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. However, he has been challenged by Alcaraz’s tenacity on multiple occasions.

The youngster has shown his versatility on all surfaces and stays consistent even if the odds are not on his side. Alcaraz’s game has often forced Djokovic to change his style of playing. 

Long rallies are shortened by coming to the net as Alcaraz’s groundstrokes often push Djokovic far behind the baseline. But with experience on his side, the former world No. #1 never backs down without a fight often accompanied by loud roars and taunts to the crowd.

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Djokovic has faced numerous rivals in his past, his only support is his mental strength on the court. The crowd often tends to support Alcaraz during their battles, but it has never affected Djokovic’s game on the court.

Every crowd disturbance is converted into a motivational signal for Djokovic. He loves it when the predictions are against him and uses it to channel his inner demon against Alcaraz. The pair has given the fans classic matches over the years and will continue to do so.

Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz last five meeting results

• July 14, 2024 – Alcaraz defeat Djokovic – 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(4) – final, Wimbledon
• November 18, 2023 – Djokovic defeat Alcaraz – 6-3, 6-2- Semifinals, Nitto ATP Finals
• August 21, 2023 – Djokovic defeat Alcaraz – 5-7, 7-6 (9-7), 7-6 (6-4) – Final, Cincinnati Masters.
• July 16, 2023 – Alcaraz defeat Djokovic – 1-6, 7-6 (8-6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 – Final, Wimbledon Championships
• June 9, 2023 – Djokovic defeat Alcaraz – 6-3, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 – Semifinals, French Open

Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz overall head-to-head

• Matches – 6
• Djokovic – 3
• Carlos Alcaraz – 3

Both players have now won three matches each in their overall h2h meetings. Alcaraz beat the 37-year-old Serbian in the Wimbledon final for a second successive edition, having also won their meeting in the 2023 final. Alcaraz had also won their first-ever meeting at the Madrid Masters in 2022.

Four of their six encounters have gone till the deciding set. His win over Djokovic at the Wimbledon 2024 final was the first time Alcaraz beat the 24-time Grand Slam champion in straight sets.

Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz Grand Slams head-to-head record

Djokovic and Alcaraz have faced each other at the French Open and Wimbledon. They are yet to play a match at the Australian Open or the US Open.

• Matches – 3
• Novak Djokovic – 1
• Carlos Alcaraz – 2

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