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Alcaraz Advances Easily, Sabalenka Scrapes Through

Published January 23, 2026, 09:28

Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka have advanced to the fourth round of the Australian Open. The 22-year-old Spaniard, ranked No. 2 in the world, needed just two hours to defeat Corentin Moutet (No. 37) 6-2, 6-4, 6-1. This victory marked Alcaraz's 100th in Grand Slam tournaments. In the next round, he will face Tommy Paul, who received a bye after Alejandro Davidovich's withdrawal. Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1, had a tough time overcoming Anastasia Potapova (No. 55) with a score of 7-6(4), 7-6(7). In the next round, she will face 19-year-old Canadian Victoria Bouks (No. 16). The Australian Open continues with exciting matches and the top athletes striving to win the title.