Carlos Alcaraz won his seventh Grand Slam title by defeating Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open, and now many think the Spaniard could win more majors than his Serbian rival.
For years, many thought Djokovic’s 24 Grand Slam victories would be unattainable, but Alcaraz’s seven before turning 23 has given the world number one plenty of time to make history.
Alcaraz equalled Bjorn Borg’s Grand Slam record by winning seven majors at the age of 22 at the Australian Open.
Following Alcaraz’s monumental victory in Melbourne, our readers have shared their opinion on whether the Spaniard can beat Djokovic’s record.
Why Carlos Alcaraz can win more Grand Slams than Novak Djokovic, according to our readers
Via Tennishead’s TalkingPoints, many were confident that Alcaraz could overtake Djokovic in Grand Slams wins.
“I think he can, but obviously it depends on so many things. He needs to keep improving his level and his motivation. There will be other great players we do not know of yet who will emerge, as well as his fitness and health.
Another said: “Carlos is an amazing talent! As long as he remains fit and well in my opinion he will definitely achieve it.”
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“Carlos has capability and time in his favour,” said another fan. “I am sure he will surpass Novak in the next ten years easily.”
Another said: “Carlos is in his own league. He is creating his own history. He has already made so many first-time records.
“Win or lose he is pure magic to watch on court. I just enjoy him playing. My only worry is I hope he doesn’t lose passion for the sport like Borg and quit playing.”
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Other fans are less confident about Carlos Alcaraz toppling Novak Djokovic
While some of our readers were confident Alcaraz could win more than 24 Grand Slams, others believed one factor could stop the Spaniard.
Some readers were wary of Alcaraz’s fitness lasting as long as Djokovic’s has, which could hamper his Grand Slam chances.
One wrote: “It’s possible, but unlikely with his playing style. Once the movement is reduced the playing field will be leveled.”
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Another said: “No way, since he has a high probability of getting injured sooner rather than later. He needs to stop chasing after impossible returns to maintain longevity.”
Others believed that Jannik Sinner could also stop Alcaraz from dominating at Grand Slams.
One wrote: “No, because Sinner will have a say in that and someone else always comes along,” while another believed any other challenger could hamper Alcaraz’s chance. They wrote: “Yes, assuming there’s only a big two and not a Big three or four.”
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