Carlos Alcaraz def. Adam Walton
6-3 7-6(2) 6-2
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Adam Walton 6-3 7-6(2) 6-2 in the 2026 Australian Open first round on hard courts on January 18, 2026.
Match Information
Match Statistics
| Stat | Carlos Alcaraz | Adam Walton |
|---|---|---|
| Aces | 8 | 4 |
| Double faults | 1 | 4 |
| First serve % | 71 | 75 |
| First serve points won % | 76 | 60 |
| Second serve points won % | 67 | 43 |
| Break points saved % | 0 | 60 |
| Break points converted % | 40 | 100 |
| Service points won % | 73 | 56 |
| Return points won % | 44 | 27 |
| Total points won % | 58 | 42 |
| Serve rating | 221 | 178 |
| Return rating | 137 | 157 |
Win Probability
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Player Comparison
| Field | Carlos Alcaraz | Adam Walton |
|---|---|---|
| Country | ESP | AUS |
| Birth date | May 5, 2003 | Apr 17, 1999 |
| Age | 22 | 26 |
| Height | 183 cm | 183 cm |
| Handedness | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Backhand style | — | — |
| Ranking (entering) | 1 | 79 |
| Ranking points (entering) | 12,050 | 727 |
| Elo (entering) | 2,352 | 1,597 |
| Current career W-L | 290–67 | 25–48 |
| Current career earnings | $64,997,598 | $2,525,125 |
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