World number one Carlos Alcaraz is set to face world number three Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals of the Australian Open tonight. This match offers Alcaraz an opportunity to advance to the championship round.
Alcaraz has claimed six Grand Slam titles so far, with victories at the US Open, Wimbledon, and Roland Garros. However, he has yet to reach this stage at the Australian Open, having exited in the quarter-finals last year. A win against Zverev could pave the way for him to complete a career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.
Zverev, on the other hand, reached the final of the Australian Open last year but lost to Jannik Sinner. His journey includes two Grand Slam finals, although he has not secured a championship yet.
The details for the match are as follows:
- Who: No.1 Carlos Alcaraz vs. No.3 Alexander Zverev
- When: January 29th at 10:30 PM (EST)
- Where: Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia
- Channel: ESPN
- Streaming: DIRECTV
The winner will advance to face either defending champion Jannik Sinner or ten-time champion Novak Djokovic in the final scheduled for February 1.
What time is the semi-final match between Alcaraz and Zverev?
Tonight’s semi-final is set to kick off at 10:30 PM ET.
How to watch the Australian Open for free
If you lack cable access, there are options for streaming the Australian Open without charge. DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial, including ESPN, which will broadcast the match. There are various subscription choices available, including a Sports Genre Pack at $69.99/month for full ESPN access.
If you prefer a short-term solution and just want to catch a specific match, Sling offers a one-day pass for $4.99, giving you 24-hour access to its lineup, including ESPN.
Australian Open 2026 Men’s Semi-Final Schedule
- January 29th 10:30 PM ET: No.1 Carlos Alcaraz vs. No.3 Alexander Zverev
- January 30th 3:30 AM ET: 2nd place Jannik Sinner vs. 4th place Novak Djokovic
