MELBOURNE: Carlos Alcaraz kicked off his latest bid for a career Grand Slam by dismantling unseeded Australian Adam Walton 6-3 7-6(2) 6-2 in the first round of the Australian Open on Sunday, as the world number one showcased the power and precision befitting a player chasing history. The 22-year-old Spaniard, who can eclipse Don Budge and become the youngest man to win all four major singles titles at least once, gave a packed Rod Laver Arena an exhibition in shot-making that had fans either glued to their seats or rising in ovation.

MELBOURNE: The first round of the Australian Open begins in Melbourne on Sunday. World number one Carlos Alcaraz, who could complete a career Grand Slam if he wins the tournament,…

Alcaraz, che ha esordito superando Walton, è in cerca del primo trofeo a Melbourne; Jannik giocherà con Gaston martedì. Fuori al primo turno Flavio Cobolli, avanti Jasmine Paolini