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Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz: How to watch, TV channel, streaming, start time, stats and odds

The present and future of men's tennis, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, will meet for the eighth time ever in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open.

Djokovic, who is 16 years older than Alcaraz, holds a 4-3 advantage in their rivalry, which began back in 2022 when Alcaraz beat the Djoker in the semifinals of the Madrid Open.

That said, the elder statesman also holds a 2-0 record against Alcaraz in the pair of matches contested on hardcourt. Will Djokovic continue that trend in Melbourne, or will Alcaraz finally beat his rival on a hard surface?

How to watch Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz, TV channel and streaming

Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Australian Open will be broadcast on ESPN2, which can be viewed through cable TV and streamed via live TV streaming apps such as YouTubeTV or FuboTV.

Streaming will also be available on ESPN+.

Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz start time, date and venue

Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz is scheduled to start around 4:30 AM ET/1:30 AM PT on Tuesday, January 21st from Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia.

Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz stats

  • Carlos Alcaraz has won just one set in two matches played against Novak Djokovic on hardcourt in his career.
  • This match is the first time Alcaraz and Djokovic will meet before the semifinal stage of a tournament.
  • On hardcourt in 2024, Alcaraz won 70 percent of service points, 41 percent of return points, and 54 percent of total points.
  • Djokovic won 69 percent of service points, 40 percent of return points, and 54 percent of total points on hardcourt last year.
  • Alcaraz ranks tied for second with 23 break points won at the 2025 Australian Open, while Djokovic is seventh with 19 break points won.

Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz odds

Moneyline

Novak Djokovic

+162

Carlos Alcaraz

-200

Set Betting

Score

Novak Djokovic to win

Carlos Alcaraz to win

3-0

+700

+275

3-1

+550

+275

3-2

+550

+400

Total Sets

3 Sets

+162

4 Sets

+160

5 Sets

+200

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Odds displayed within this article were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change.

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