At the 2025 Australian Open, one of the most high-profile matchups will be played out today. Seventh-seeded and ten-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic will go head-to-head with third-seeded Alcaraz in the quarter-finals.

This match is the pinnacle of contemporary men's tennis. This year's Australian Open means a lot to both players. Serbia's Novak Djokovic is aiming to cement his status as a tennis legend with his 25th Grand Slam title, while Alcaraz is looking to break Nadal's record of completing a Grand Slam at the age of 24.

For today's highlight, foreign media Tennis.com also sorted out some reasons why Djokovic may beat the young opponent:

Reason 1: Djokovic has the advantage in the head-to-head record

Currently, Djokovic leads Alcaraz with 4 wins and 3 losses. Especially on hard courts, the Serbs are unbeaten 2-0; On clay, Djokovic also led 2-1. Alcaraz, meanwhile, beat Djokovic twice on grass.

On hard courts, Djokovic comfortably defeated the young foe 6-3 6-2 in the semifinals of the 2023 ATP Finals. In addition, the two also faced each other in the final of the 2023 Cincinnati Open, a classic match. Djokovic saved match point to win a three-hour battle, 5-7 7-6 (7) 7-6 (4).

Reason 2: Djokovic has a better record at the Australian Open

In addition to this Grand Slam tournament in Melbourne, Alcaraz has already won three other Grand Slam titles in his young career. However, his overall performance at Melbourne Park has not been great. Prior to the 2025 event, he had a record of just 7 wins and 3 losses. His only time reaching the quarterfinals of the Australian Open is in 2024, when he lost to Zverev in four sets.

And Djokovic's record at Rod Laver Stadium is unmatched. The Serbian legend has lifted the Norman Brooks Challenge Cup ten times. In his record of twenty appearances at the Australian Open, 2025 will be the fifteenth time he has reached at least the quarterfinals.

Reason 3: The addition of Murray will help Djokovic play against Alcaraz

Last year, the news of Djokovic's partnership with Murray shocked the tennis world. However, Djokovic himself admits that he chose Murray as coach because Murray is his long-time rival and knows his style and characteristics very well.

Djokovic's ability to play long set matches in Grand Slams has been questioned in recent years, especially after battling Alcaraz and Sinner. However, with the addition of Murray, the Serbian is expected to take on Alcaraz's five-set standout opponent from a new perspective.

This quarter-final is destined to be a highlight of the 2025 Australian Open, and it will be interesting to see if the experienced Djokovic is the better or Alcaraz makes the breakthrough with his youthful energy.(Source: Tennis Home Author: Spark)