Serena Williams on Alcaraz Breaking Djokovic’s Grand Slam Record
At just 22 years old, Carlos Alcaraz has made history in tennis. He is the youngest male player to secure multiple Grand Slam titles across hard, clay, and grass courts. His impressive achievements include winning the 2022 US Open, the Wimbledon championship, and two French Open titles. This year, he claimed his second US Open title, defeating Jannik Sinner in the final.
Alcaraz’s Grand Slam Triumphs
Alcaraz’s remarkable Grand Slam journey began with a victory over Casper Ruud, where he won with set scores of 6-4, 2-6, 7-6(7-1), and 6-3. In 2023, he continued to shine, claiming the Wimbledon title by defeating Novak Djokovic, the three-time defending champion, with a scoreline of 1-6, 7-6(6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4.
This year alone, Alcaraz holds a 24-2 record in Grand Slam matches. His only defeats in these tournaments were against Djokovic in the 2023 Australian Open quarterfinals and Sinner in the Wimbledon final.
Unbeaten Against Djokovic in Finals
Strikingly, Alcaraz remains unbeaten against the 24-time Grand Slam winner Djokovic in their finals matches. He has also demonstrated his prowess against Sinner, emerging victorious in their Grand Slam encounters.
Serena Williams Backs Alcaraz
Legendary tennis player Serena Williams has publicly expressed her support for Alcaraz. At a press conference during the 2025 Princess of Asturias Award in Spain, she stated her belief that Alcaraz has the potential to break Djokovic’s Grand Slam record of 24 titles.
- Williams highlighted the strength of Spanish tennis.
- She mentioned the legacy of other Spanish players like Rafael Nadal.
- Williams emphasized her admiration for Alcaraz, declaring herself a huge fan.
- She compared Alcaraz’s potential to that of other tennis legends, like Roger Federer and Nadal.
According to Williams, “Records are there to be broken.” Her comments resonate with the growing expectation around Alcaraz’s future in the sport.
Djokovic’s Perspective
Novak Djokovic has acknowledged Alcaraz’s talent, calling it frustrating to compete against him and Sinner at their current levels of performance. He recognizes the new reality of tennis, which includes a stiff competition among top players. Djokovic stated that striving for perfection in training and performance is crucial, and he appreciates the challenge posed by the younger generation.
As Alcaraz continues to rise, the tennis world watches eagerly. With the backing of champions like Williams and respect from legends like Djokovic, Alcaraz aims to shape a new era in the sport while potentially breaking significant records along the way.
