Day 15: Alcaraz dethrones the king! Djokovic's last AO? Big call on Rybakina
About this episode
The episode discusses Carlos Alcaraz's historic victory over Novak Djokovic and explores future predictions for tennis players.
A new era! Carlos Alcaraz has rewritten the history books as the youngest man to achieve the career Grand Slam, and the first person to defeat Novak Djokovic in an Australian Open final. Alexia Mitchell and Brett Thomas are joined by tennis commentator Peter Marcato to unpack the historic match, and weigh in on the future of both men’s careers. We take a look back on the 2026 Australian Open, and make our bold predictions for 2027, including the next step for Elena Rybakina. Plus, AO Radio’s Nat Edwards recaps the women's champion's victory over Aryna Sabalenka on Day 14, alongside former player Jill Craybas. Check out Pod Laver Arena every day of the AO. AusOpen.com iHeart Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More episodes of The AO Wrap
- Day 14: Rybakina reigns in Melbourne, stage set for Alcaraz v Djokovic showdown
- Day 13: Best ever? Djokovic schools Sinner, Alcaraz outlasts Zverev, women’s final preview
- Day 12: Rybakina survives, Sabalenka soars into Final, Men’s SF preview
- Day 11: Sinner sinks Shelton, Rybakina v Pegula SF locked in, Djokovic escapes elimination
- Day 10: Alcaraz demolishes Demon, Svitolina shakes off Gauff, Zverev & Sabalenka in!
- Day 9: Shelton blasts Ruud, Swiatek ousts Aussie, defending champion out!
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