Alcaraz Dominates De Minaur, Reaches Australian Open SF

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz stormed into the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in his career with a commanding 7-5, 6-2, 6-1 victory over Australia’s Alex de Minaur at Rod Laver Arena on Tuesday.

The 22-year-old Spaniard delivered a masterful performance, combining blistering groundstrokes and tactical patience to outplay the sixth seed in straight sets. The win keeps Alcaraz’s bid for a career Grand Slam alive and positions him as one of the favourites to lift the title in Melbourne.

Tight Opening Sets the Tone

The match began tightly contested, with breaks of serve traded in the first set. Alcaraz surged to an early lead, but de Minaur fought back, buoyed by the support of the home crowd and his own athletic defence. Despite the resistance, Alcaraz edged ahead to take the opener 7-5, showcasing both power and precision under pressure.

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Momentum Shifts in Alcaraz’s Favour

Once he secured the first set, Alcaraz raised his intensity. In the second set, he broke early and maintained control with consistent depth, eventually winning it 6-2. From there, the world No. 1 found another gear, dominating rallies and dictating play.

The third set was largely one-way traffic, with Alcaraz racing to 6-1 to seal the victory.

What’s Next: A Semifinal Clash With Zverev

With this win, Alcaraz is through to his maiden Australian Open semi-final. He will face third seed Alexander Zverev, a familiar rival who defeated him in the 2024 quarter-finals.

The matchup promises to be a strategic battle, with Alcaraz eager to avenge that earlier loss and maintain his momentum toward a potential title.

Alcaraz’s performance underlines his growing maturity on court, blending athleticism with strategic discipline – and keeping his historic career goals within reach.