Nadal, del Potro, Ivanovic lead social media reaction to Alcaraz Australian Open victory ATP Tour
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Nadal, Del Potro, Ivanovic lead social media reaction to Alcaraz’s Australian Open win
Laver and Navratilova also participated
February 1, 2026
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Carlos Alcaraz celebrates his first win at the Australian Open.
Written by ATP Staff
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in four sets on Sunday night to win the Australian Open and complete a career Grand Slam. It didn’t take long for a number of tennis superstars, including Rafael Nadal, to express their congratulations.
“Congratulations to @carlosalcaraz for winning the Australian Open and conquering the career Grand Slam!” Nadal wrote on the X.
“Congratulations to @DjokerNole for reaching another final in Melbourne and continuing to make history in our sport,” Nadal added. “Thank you for speaking at the ceremony!”
enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz poganal el @Australian Open Conquer the career Grand Slam! 👶👏🏻
congratulations @DjokerNole Reaching another final in Melbourne and continuing to make history in our sport. Thank you for speaking at the ceremony! pic.twitter.com/GSLr8pprQZ
— Rafael Nadal (@RafaelNadal) February 1, 2026
Juan Martin del Potro, Ana Ivanovic, Rod Laver and Martina Navratilova were the first to react to the final.
Gracias @DjokerNole Por lo que hiciste. Tantas emociones nos hiciste vivir nuevamente. Sos único, te quiero mucho 💙
Big Carlitos! ! ! Sos un capo total🏆🙌@carlosalcaraz
— Juan M. del Potro (@delpotrojuan) February 1, 2026
Congratulations on your first AO crown and another Grand Slam title, @carlosalcaraz. Your talent, courage and love of the game illuminate our sport. @DjokerNole – What you continue to bring to tennis is incredible. Thank you for another fantastic two weeks and setting…
— Rod Laver (@rodlaver) February 1, 2026
The men’s final was exciting! 🎾
Congratulations, @carlosalcaraz Add to @Australian Open The title of your collection! 👏🏼
Incredible performances and games @DjokerNole -Show everyone why you are the GOAT. #AO2026— Ana Ivanovic (@anaivanovic) February 1, 2026
Congratulations @carlosalcaraz for your victory @Australian Open And make history! This is always special :). You make it look easy and so much fun!
— Martina Navratilova (@Martina) February 1, 2026
Congratulations to a truly remarkable man @carlosalcaraz2026 Australian Open men’s singles champion!
Cheers to another incredible performance @DjokerNole.
These two are a lot of fun to watch.
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) February 1, 2026
history. congratulations @carlosalcaraz and get inspired from it @DjokerNole Can also perform at that level.
— James Blake (@JRBlake) February 1, 2026
Toledo’s 22-year-old career grand slam escapes Alcaraz @carlosalcaraz Amazing effort to win first place @Australian Open 😎💪👍👊🏆
— Brad Gilbert (@bgtennisnation) February 1, 2026
enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz porto primeero @Australian Open !!
Safety first
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/S4CMPXRPYL— Fernando Verdasco (@FerVerdasco) February 1, 2026
congratulations @carlosalcaraz win your first @Australian Open #title An incredible historic run at the age of 22.
It was a great game tonight with lots of opponents on both sides of the pitch and you handled it with composure.
We know you are special…
— Katrina Adams 🦋 (@katadams68) February 1, 2026
Many celebrities outside the tennis world also follow the Australian Open closely.
Basketball legend Pau Gasol, actor Ben Stiller and others posted on social media after the game.
Australian Milan Open celebrities @carlosalcaraz 🏆🇦🇺
Enhora Buena, Charlie! I’m a young historian completing a career grand slam 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/aBA6JD57kn
— Pau Gasol (@paugasol) February 1, 2026
🙌
— Ben Stiller (@BenStiller) February 1, 2026
What stood out about Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open was his patience. In the longer games, he stayed calm, kept his opponents under pressure and chose his moments smartly. He’s so fast and precise on the court and it’s a joy to watch! Congratulations… pic.twitter.com/c2MBeBNjC6
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 1, 2026
At 22 years old, playing with such belief is special! Being on the big stage and defeating the legend is thrilling! with great respect @carlosalcaraz 🫡 Congratulations, well played 🔥 The game is in great hands 🎾 🏆 @Australian Open #Alcaraz #Alkarazdjokovic
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) February 1, 2026
Delayed post because I had to go back and re-watch what we just saw @carlosalcaraz and @DjokerNole! ! ! 🤯🤯🤯
A performance of grace, courage and greatness that is astounding! Wow! ! ! #AustraliaOpen #grandslam #historymaking 🎾
I think I know what I want to do in my next life! 😂— Terrell Owens (@terrellowens) February 1, 2026
Cruel ah ah 🙌🏼🙌🏼
enhorabuena, @carlosalcaraz 👑— Marc Marquez (@marcmarquez93) February 1, 2026
history. Completed Grand Slam for 22 consecutive years. enhorabuena @carlosalcaraz 👏🍋 pic.twitter.com/9Y9cMoXOLg
— Alejandro Valverde (@alejanvalverde) February 1, 2026
Honey @carlosalcarazcongratulations on getting your first @Australian Openyour seventh Grand Slam title. You are still ranked No. 1 and are the youngest player in history to win all four Grand Slams. All of us in Madrid are proud of you. Congratulations, champion!
— Real Madrid CF 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) February 1, 2026
