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Australian Open champions: records and recent winners
In short
Novak Djokovic (10 titles) and Margaret Court (11 titles, Serena Williams 7 for the Open Era) hold the Australian Open's all-time records. In 2026, the most recent edition, Carlos Alcaraz completed the career Grand Slam among the men, while Elena Rybakina won her second Grand Slam title among the women. Belgium has two champions: Justine Henin (2004) and Kim Clijsters (2011).
Who won the Australian Open in 2025 and 2026
In 2025, Jannik Sinner won his second Australian Open title by defeating Alexander Zverev in three sets (6-3, 7-6, 6-3). It was his third Grand Slam title overall. Among the women, Madison Keys won her first Grand Slam title by defeating defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in the final (6-3, 2-6, 7-5), after Sabalenka's two consecutive titles in 2023 and 2024.
In 2026, the most recent edition, Carlos Alcaraz won his first Australian Open title by defeating Novak Djokovic in four sets (2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5). It was his seventh Grand Slam title, making him the ninth man in history, and the youngest, to complete what's known as the career Grand Slam: winning each of the four Grand Slams at least once. Among the women, Elena Rybakina won her second Grand Slam title by defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the final (6-4, 4-6, 6-4).
| Edition | Men's champion | Women's champion |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sinner vs Zverev (6-3, 7-6, 6-3) | Keys vs Sabalenka (6-3, 2-6, 7-5) |
| 2026 | Alcaraz vs Djokovic (2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5) | Rybakina vs Sabalenka (6-4, 4-6, 6-4) |
For the full history of previous editions, see the page on Australian Open results.
Novak Djokovic's record
No man has won the Australian Open more often than Novak Djokovic. Between 2008 and 2023, the Serb claimed 10 titles (2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023), four more than the shared second place of Roger Federer and Roy Emerson. Melbourne Park is therefore seen as the tournament where Djokovic, the all-time Grand Slam record holder with 24 titles, was historically at his most dominant.
| Rank | Player | Titles |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Novak Djokovic | 10 |
| 2 | Roger Federer | 6 |
| 2 | Roy Emerson | 6 |
Djokovic still reached the final in 2026, where he lost to Carlos Alcaraz. His record of 10 Australian Open titles remains unmatched to this day.
Margaret Court and the women's record
Among the women, the all-time record belongs to Margaret Court, with 11 titles between 1960 and 1973 (1960-1966, 1969-1971 and 1973). A large share of those titles came before the start of the Open Era in 1968, when amateurs and professionals still competed separately at the Grand Slams.
| Record | Player | Titles |
|---|---|---|
| All-time | Margaret Court | 11 |
| Open Era (since 1968) | Serena Williams | 7 |
For the Open Era specifically, meaning since 1968, the record belongs to Serena Williams, with 7 titles (2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2015 and 2017). Among currently active players, that total remains well out of reach for now: Aryna Sabalenka, with 2 titles (2023 and 2024), is the player with the most recent Australian Open titles before the run of Keys and then Rybakina.
Alcaraz and the career Grand Slam
Carlos Alcaraz's 2026 Australian Open title carried special historical weight. With that win, he completed the career Grand Slam: at least one title at each of the four majors (the Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open). That made him the ninth man in tennis history to achieve it, and the youngest ever.
Historic moment
For Alcaraz, the Australian Open was the last missing title in his collection, following earlier triumphs at the other three Grand Slams. His seventh Grand Slam title overall confirmed his place among the dominant players of his generation, alongside Jannik Sinner.
The Australian Open and Belgium
Two Belgian champions: Justine Henin won the title back in 2004, defeating Kim Clijsters in the final (6-3, 4-6, 6-3), her third Grand Slam title at the time. Seven years later, in 2011, Kim Clijsters won the title herself, defeating Li Na in the final (3-6, 6-3, 6-3): her fourth and final Grand Slam title. No Belgian man has ever won the Australian Open singles title.
Jannik Sinner and recent Australian Open dominance
Alongside Djokovic and Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner has also played a leading role at the Australian Open in recent years. His 2025 title was his second in a row in Melbourne, following an earlier win in 2024. Those two consecutive titles, together with his later Wimbledon titles, made Sinner one of the most consistent Grand Slam winners of recent years, though with 2 Australian Open titles he still remains far behind Djokovic's record.
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Frequently asked questions
Who has won the most Australian Open titles among the men?
Novak Djokovic, with 10 titles between 2008 and 2023. Roger Federer and Roy Emerson follow with 6 titles each.
Who holds the record among the women?
Margaret Court, with 11 titles between 1960 and 1973, some won before the start of the Open Era. For the Open Era specifically, the record belongs to Serena Williams, with 7 titles.
Who won the Australian Open in 2026, the most recent edition?
Carlos Alcaraz won his first Australian Open title among the men, by defeating Novak Djokovic. Elena Rybakina won her second Grand Slam title among the women, by defeating Aryna Sabalenka.
What is the career Grand Slam?
Winning each of the four Grand Slams at least once: the Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open. Carlos Alcaraz completed it in 2026 with his Australian Open title, as the ninth man ever to do so and the youngest so far.
Has a Belgian ever won the Australian Open?
Yes, two Belgian women: Justine Henin in 2004 and Kim Clijsters in 2011. No Belgian man has won the tournament yet.