Novak Djokovic Qualifies for Australian Open 2026 final with stunning win over Jannik Sinner

Djokovic beat Sinner in a five-set thriller with a score of 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4. Before this match, Djokovic had lost his last five matches against Sinner. With this win, he finally ended that losing run.

The dream of winning his 25th Grand Slam title is still alive for Djokovic. He also ended his semifinal curse with this victory. Earlier, he became the first male player to lose in the semifinals of all four Grand Slam tournaments in the same year. However, he has started 2026 on a strong note, and this win could be the start of something special for the tennis legend.

At 38 years old, Djokovic matched the 24-year-old Sinner shot for shot. Sinner played aggressive tennis throughout the match. He broke Djokovic’s serve early and won the first set 6-3. But Djokovic fought back strongly and won the second set 6-4 to level the match.

Djokovic Beats Sinner to Reach Australian Open Final

Sinner Leads Again, Djokovic Levels

Jannik Sinner dominated the third set to take the lead in the match. But the ageless Djokovic was not going to give up. He fought back and won the fourth set 6-4 to level the match. He was tired, keeping up with the energy of a 24-year-old, but he stayed strong for the final set.

Djokovic Turns the Match Around

In the final set, Sinner had several chances to break Djokovic’s serve. But each time, Djokovic saved the break points and held his serve. Experience helped him here as Sinner could not take the chances and lost his third serve of the set.

Sinner was 40-0 ahead in the next game and almost broke Djokovic’s serve. But Djokovic played his best and won four points in a row to make it 5-3. He stayed calm in the next game and let Sinner hold his serve.

When Djokovic served to win the match, Sinner made him work hard. In the end, Sinner made an unforced error. This gave Djokovic the win. He has now reached the Australian Open final for the 11th time.

Remember, Djokovic has never lost an Australian Open final. He will face Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday for a chance to win his 25th Grand Slam title.