Djokovic, Alcaraz Set For Australian Open Quarterfinal

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are set to meet in a highly anticipated quarterfinal match at the Australian Open, marking their first encounter at this stage of the tournament. Alcaraz advanced with a 7-5, 6-1 walkover against Jack Draper, while Djokovic defeated Jiří Lehecka 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(4) despite experiencing crowd disturbances. Djokovic, aiming for a record 25th Grand Slam title, has a slight edge in their head-to-head, leading 4-3, including a victory at the Paris Olympics. Alcaraz, who won both the French Open and Wimbledon last year, aims to become the youngest player to achieve a career Grand Slam. Both players are coached by former champions, adding another layer of intrigue to this matchup. With both players in strong form, the upcoming clash promises to be a historic chapter in their rivalry.