{"id":452098,"date":"2026-02-01T18:30:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T18:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/452098\/"},"modified":"2026-02-01T18:30:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-01T18:30:08","slug":"nadal-del-potro-ivanovic-lead-social-media-reaction-to-alcarazs-australian-open-triumph-atp-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/452098\/","title":{"rendered":"Nadal, Del Potro, Ivanovic lead social media reaction to Alcaraz’s Australian Open triumph | ATP Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"

ATP Tour
\n Nadal, Del Potro, Ivanovic lead social media reaction to Alcaraz’s Australian Open triumph<\/p>\n

Laver, Navratilova also weigh in<\/p>\n

February 01, 2026<\/p>\n

\"Carlos<\/p>\n

AFP\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

Carlos Alcaraz celebrates his first Australian Open victory.
\n By ATP Staff<\/p>\n

Carlos Alcaraz<\/a> defeated Novak Djokovic<\/a> in four sets Sunday evening to win the Australian Open<\/a> and complete the Career Grand Slam. It did not take long for some of the biggest stars in tennis, including Rafael Nadal<\/a>, to share their congratulations.<\/p>\n

“Congratulations @carlosalcaraz for winning the Australian Open<\/a> and conquering the Career Grand Slam!” Nadal wrote on X.<\/p>\n

“Congratulations @DjokerNole on reaching another final in Melbourne and continuing to make history in our sport,” Nadal added. “Thank you for your words during the ceremony!”<\/p>\n

Enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz<\/a> por ganar el @AustralianOpen<\/a> y conquistar el Career Grand Slam! \ud83d\udc76\ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffb<\/p>\n

Congratulations @DjokerNole<\/a> on reaching another final in Melbourne and continuing to make history in our sport. Thank you for your words during the ceremony! pic.twitter.com\/GSLr8pprQZ<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Juan Martin<\/a> del Potro, Ana Ivanovic, Rod Laver<\/a> and Martina Navratilova were among the first to react to the final.\u00a0<\/p>\n

You May Also Like: Carlos Alcaraz’s Career Grand Slam: Daring tennis, defining triumph<\/a><\/p>\n

Gracias @DjokerNole<\/a> por lo que hiciste. Tantas emociones nos hiciste vivir nuevamente. Sos \u00fanico, te quiero mucho \ud83d\udc99<\/p>\n

Grande Carlitos!!! Sos un capo total \ud83c\udfc6\ud83d\ude4c@carlosalcaraz<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Juan M. del Potro (@delpotrojuan) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Congratulations on your first AO crown and another major title, @carlosalcaraz<\/a>. Your talent, courage and joy for the game light up our sport. @DjokerNole<\/a> – what you continue to bring to tennis is beyond belief. Thank you for another remarkable fortnight and for setting the\u2026<\/p>\n

\u2014 Rod Laver<\/a> (@rodlaver) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Amazing men\u2019s final! \ud83c\udfbe
Congrats, @carlosalcaraz<\/a> on adding the @AustralianOpen<\/a> title to your collection! \ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffc
Incredible performance and tournament @DjokerNole<\/a> – Showing everyone why you are the GOAT. #AO2026<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Ana Ivanovic (@anaivanovic) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Congrats to @carlosalcaraz<\/a> for your win at the @AustralianOpen<\/a> and making history!!! That\u2019s always special:). You make it look easy and oh so much fun!!!<\/p>\n

\u2014 Martina Navratilova (@Martina) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Congratulations to the truly remarkable @carlosalcaraz<\/a>, the 2026 Australian Open<\/a> Men’s Singles Champion!<\/p>\n

And cheers to another incredible performance by @DjokerNole<\/a>.<\/p>\n

These two are so much fun to watch. https:\/\/t.co\/o9nBkxLCvY<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

History. Congratulations @carlosalcaraz<\/a> And inspiring from @DjokerNole<\/a> to play that level as well.<\/p>\n

\u2014 James Blake<\/a> (@JRBlake) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

holy toledo A career grand slam at 22 Escape from Alcaraz @carlosalcaraz<\/a> amazing effort winning 1st @AustralianOpen<\/a> \ud83d\ude0e\ud83d\udcaa\ud83d\udc4d\ud83d\udc4a \ud83c\udfc6<\/p>\n

\u2014 Brad Gilbert<\/a> (@bgtennisnation) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz<\/a> por tu primero @AustralianOpen<\/a> !!
Seguro que el primero de muchos
\ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffc\ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffc\ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffc pic.twitter.com\/S4CMPXRPYL<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Fernando Verdasco<\/a> (@FerVerdasco) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Congratulations @carlosalcaraz<\/a> on winning your first @AustralianOpen<\/a> #title<\/a> completing an incredible historical run at 22 years old. <\/p>\n

Tonight\u2019s match was spectacular, with so much on the line on both sides of the court and you handled it with poise. <\/p>\n

We knew you were special\u2026 https:\/\/t.co\/75mwkDxogF<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Katrina Adams \ud83e\udd8b (@katadams68) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Plenty of celebrities from outside of the tennis world were also following the Australian Open<\/a> closely.<\/p>\n

Basketball legend Pau Gasol, actor Ben Stiller and more posted on social media after the match.<\/p>\n

Celebrando desde Mil\u00e1n el primer Open de Australia de @carlosalcaraz<\/a> \ud83c\udfc6\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa<\/p>\n

Enhorabuena, Charly! El m\u00e1s joven de la historia en completar el Career Grand Slam \ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/aBA6JD57kn<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Pau Gasol (@paugasol) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

\ud83d\ude4c https:\/\/t.co\/YyFMFezNU0<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Ben Stiller (@BenStiller) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

What stood out at the Australian Open<\/a> was Carlos Alcaraz<\/a>\u2019s patience. In the longer rallies, he stayed composed, kept his opponent under pressure, and chose his moments smartly. And the way he covered the court, so quick and precise, was a joy to watch! Congratulations\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/c2MBeBNjC6<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

At 22, playing with that kind of belief is special! Stepping onto the grand stage and taking down a legend takes heart! Massive respect to @carlosalcaraz<\/a> \ud83e\udee1 Congratulations and very well played \ud83d\udd25 The game is in great hands \ud83c\udfbe \ud83c\udfc6 @AustralianOpen<\/a> #Alcaraz<\/a> #AlcarazDjokovic<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Delayed post because I had to go back and rewatch what we all just saw between @carlosalcaraz<\/a> and @DjokerNole<\/a>!!! \ud83e\udd2f\ud83e\udd2f\ud83e\udd2f
Mind blowing at the show of grace, grit and greatness!!! Wow!!! #openaustralia<\/a> #GrandSlam<\/a> #historymade<\/a> \ud83c\udfbe
I think I know what I want to do in my next life! \ud83d\ude02<\/p>\n

\u2014 Terrell Owens (@terrellowens) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Brutaaaaal \ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffc\ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffc
Enhorabuena, @carlosalcaraz<\/a> \ud83d\udc51 https:\/\/t.co\/QvP20FG4kl<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Marc M\u00e1rquez (@marcmarquez93) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Hist\u00f3rico. Grand slam completado con s\u00f3lo 22 a\u00f1os. Enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz<\/a> \ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udf4b pic.twitter.com\/9Y9cMoXOLg<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Alejandro Valverde (@alejanvalverde) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Dear @carlosalcaraz<\/a>, congratulations on your first @AustralianOpen<\/a>, your seventh Grand Slam title. You remain number 1 and are the youngest player in history to win all four Grand Slam tournaments. All of us madridistas are proud of you. Congratulations, champion!<\/p>\n

\u2014 Real Madrid C.F. \ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 (@realmadriden) February 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

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