Carlos Alcaraz Vs Corentin Moutet, Australian Open: Spaniard Eases Into Fourth Round With 6-2, 6-4, 6-1 Win

World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz produced a commanding performance to reach the fourth round of the 2026 Australian Open, defeating France’s Corentin Moutet 6-2, 6-4, 6-1 at Rod Laver Arena. In his 100th Grand Slam match, the Spaniard showcased his all-court brilliance and relentless aggression, landing 30 winners and dictating play with powerful groundstrokes throughout the contest. Moutet’s flair and creativity, including drop-shot variations and underarm serves, provided entertaining moments, but he was unable to disrupt Alcaraz’s rhythm against superior depth and precision. With this straight-sets victory, the top seed advances to face American Tommy Paul in the last 16 as he continues his pursuit of the only major title missing from his resume.

Updated on: 23 January 2026 7:29 pm

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Carlos Alcaraz of Spain plays a forehand return to Corentin Moutet of France during their third round match at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, Australia. | Photo: AP/Asanka Brendon Ratnayake