Last Updated: August 2026
The Australian Open has produced some of the greatest champions and most memorable matches in tennis history.
Played in Melbourne at the beginning of each season, it is the first Grand Slam tournament of the calendar year and one of the four biggest prizes in tennis.
But who has won the Australian Open the most times?
The answer depends on whether we are looking at men’s or women’s singles.
Novak Djokovic holds the men’s singles record with 10 Australian Open titles.
Margaret Court holds the women’s all-time singles record with 11 titles.
In the women’s Open Era, Serena Williams leads with seven Australian Open singles championships.
Djokovic’s dominance in Melbourne has become one of the defining achievements of his career. His 10 titles at a single Grand Slam are surpassed in men’s tennis only by Rafael Nadal’s extraordinary 14 Roland Garros championships.
The Australian Open record therefore plays an important role in the debate over the greatest tennis player of all time.
Let’s examine the complete records.
Who Has Won the Most Australian Open Titles? Quick Answer
The Australian Open singles record holders are:
Men’s singles: Novak Djokovic — 10 titles
Women’s singles: Margaret Court — 11 titles
Women’s Open Era: Serena Williams — 7 titles
Among the leading men’s champions:
| Rank | Player | Australian Open Titles |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Novak Djokovic | 10 |
| T-2 | Roger Federer | 6 |
| T-2 | Roy Emerson | 6 |
| T-4 | Andre Agassi | 4 |
| T-4 | Jack Crawford | 4 |
| T-4 | Ken Rosewall | 4 |
Djokovic therefore holds a four-title advantage over Federer and Emerson.
That is an enormous gap at a single Grand Slam tournament.
Novak Djokovic — 10 Australian Open Titles
The Men’s Australian Open Record Holder
Novak Djokovic has won the Australian Open 10 times, more than any other man.
His championships came in:
2008
2011
2012
2013
2015
2016
2019
2020
2021
2023
His first Australian Open championship in 2008 was also his first Grand Slam singles title.
Fifteen years later, he won his 10th Australian Open championship.
That extraordinary span demonstrates both peak dominance and longevity.
Melbourne became the most successful Grand Slam venue of Djokovic’s career.
For a complete analysis of his achievements, records and place in tennis history, visit our Novak Djokovic profile.
Djokovic’s 10 Australian Open Championships
Djokovic’s Australian Open titles stretch across several different periods of his career.
2008 — The First Grand Slam
Djokovic won his first Australian Open championship in 2008.
It was also the first Grand Slam singles title of his career.
The victory established him as a major champion during an era that was already being dominated by Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.
Djokovic defeated Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in the final.
It was the beginning of what would eventually become the greatest men’s title record in Australian Open history.
2011 — The Beginning of a Dominant Era
Djokovic returned to the Australian Open winner’s circle in 2011.
That victory helped launch one of the greatest seasons of his career.
From that point forward, Melbourne increasingly became Djokovic’s strongest Grand Slam tournament.
2012 — The Epic Final Against Nadal
The 2012 Australian Open final became one of the most famous matches in tennis history.
Djokovic faced Rafael Nadal in a brutal five-set battle.
After 5 hours and 53 minutes, Djokovic prevailed.
The match became the longest Australian Open final and one of the defining encounters of the Djokovic-Nadal rivalry.
For their complete rivalry statistics and biggest matches, read our Novak Djokovic vs Rafael Nadal head-to-head.
2013 — Three Consecutive Australian Open Titles
Djokovic won again in 2013.
That gave him three consecutive Australian Open championships:
2011
2012
2013
It confirmed Melbourne as one of the strongest environments for his game.
2015 and 2016 — Back on Top
Djokovic added two more championships in 2015 and 2016.
By the end of 2016, he had reached six Australian Open titles.
That put him alongside the leading men’s champions in tournament history.
But he was far from finished.
2019 — Djokovic Takes the Record
Djokovic won his seventh Australian Open championship in 2019.
That moved him beyond Roger Federer and Roy Emerson and gave him sole possession of the men’s singles record.
He defeated Rafael Nadal in the final.
The victory was historically significant because Djokovic was no longer tied at the top.
He was now the most successful men’s Australian Open singles champion ever.
2020 — Title Number Eight
Djokovic defeated Dominic Thiem in the 2020 final to win his eighth Australian Open championship.
Once again, he demonstrated his extraordinary ability to perform under pressure at Melbourne Park.
2021 — Nine Titles
Djokovic won his ninth championship in 2021.
At this point, his advantage over every other men’s player in tournament history was becoming substantial.
2023 — The Historic 10th Title
Djokovic returned to the top in 2023 and won his 10th Australian Open championship.
Ten titles at a single Grand Slam tournament placed him in exceptionally rare territory.
Among men’s players, only Rafael Nadal has won one Grand Slam tournament more times.
Djokovic’s Australian Open Record in Perspective
Winning one Australian Open is a career-defining achievement.
Winning 10 is difficult to comprehend.
Djokovic’s Australian Open résumé demonstrates:
- Longevity
- Hard-court excellence
- Mental strength
- Adaptability
- Consistency
- Success across multiple generations of opponents
He won his first title as a 20-year-old in 2008.
He won his 10th in 2023.
That is a 15-year span between his first and 10th Australian Open championships.
The record has become one of the strongest individual components of Djokovic’s GOAT résumé.
Roger Federer — 6 Australian Open Titles
Roger Federer won the Australian Open six times.
His championships came in:
2004
2006
2007
2010
2017
2018
Federer’s success in Melbourne stretched across an extraordinary period.
His first championship came in 2004.
His sixth came 14 years later in 2018.
That longevity is one of the most impressive aspects of his Australian Open career.
For the complete story of Federer’s achievements and records, visit our Roger Federer profile.
Federer’s Australian Open Comeback in 2017
One of Federer’s most memorable Australian Open victories came in 2017.
He faced Rafael Nadal in the final.
The match represented another chapter in one of tennis’s greatest rivalries.
Federer won in five sets to capture his fifth Australian Open title and his 18th Grand Slam championship.
The victory was particularly significant because Federer had not won a major since Wimbledon 2012.
He returned the following year and successfully defended his Australian Open championship.
His 2018 victory gave him six Australian Open titles and 20 Grand Slam singles championships.
For the complete rivalry, read our Rafael Nadal vs Roger Federer head-to-head.
Roy Emerson — 6 Australian Open Titles
Roy Emerson also won six Australian Championships singles titles.
His victories came before the Open Era.
Emerson was one of the dominant Australian players of his generation and built an extraordinary record at his home major.
For decades, his six titles represented the men’s tournament benchmark.
Federer eventually equaled it.
Djokovic then surpassed both players.
The comparison also demonstrates why tennis records should always be interpreted with historical context.
The tournament, travel demands, professional structure and competitive environment were very different during Emerson’s era.
Andre Agassi — 4 Australian Open Titles
Andre Agassi won four Australian Open championships.
His victories came in:
1995
2000
2001
2003
Agassi developed an exceptional relationship with the conditions in Melbourne.
His aggressive return game and baseline ability made him particularly effective on Australian hard courts.
His four championships place him among the greatest Australian Open men’s champions.
Australian Open Men’s Singles Title Leaders
The leading men’s champions are:
| Player | Australian Open Titles |
|---|---|
| Novak Djokovic | 10 |
| Roger Federer | 6 |
| Roy Emerson | 6 |
| Andre Agassi | 4 |
| Jack Crawford | 4 |
| Ken Rosewall | 4 |
The most striking feature of the leaderboard is Djokovic’s advantage.
He has:
4 more titles than Federer
and
4 more titles than Emerson.
That gap demonstrates the scale of his dominance in Melbourne.
Margaret Court — 11 Australian Open Titles
On the women’s side, the all-time record belongs to Margaret Court.
Court won 11 Australian singles championships.
Her victories came in:
1960
1961
1962
1963
1964
1965
1966
1969
1970
1971
1973
Her record includes an extraordinary run of seven consecutive championships from 1960 through 1966.
No woman has won more Australian singles titles.
However, historical context is important.
Many of Court’s championships came before the beginning of the Open Era in 1968.
That is why the all-time and Open Era records are often discussed separately.
Serena Williams — 7 Australian Open Titles
The Women’s Open Era Record Holder
Serena Williams won the Australian Open seven times.
Her championships came in:
2003
2005
2007
2009
2010
2015
2017
That makes Serena the most successful women’s Australian Open singles champion of the Open Era.
Her victories span 14 years.
Like Djokovic and Federer, Serena demonstrated extraordinary longevity in Melbourne.
Her seventh Australian Open title in 2017 was also historically important in the broader Grand Slam record race.
It gave her 23 Grand Slam singles championships.
Margaret Court vs Serena Williams at the Australian Open
The comparison requires historical context.
| Player | Australian Open Titles |
|---|---|
| Margaret Court | 11 |
| Serena Williams | 7 |
Court owns the overall record.
Serena owns the women’s Open Era record.
These achievements occurred under very different conditions.
Court competed during an era when international travel, tournament participation and the structure of professional tennis differed dramatically from today’s game.
Serena competed in a fully globalized professional era with deep international fields.
Both records are historically significant.
But they should not automatically be treated as identical achievements simply because they occurred at the same tournament.
Who Has Won the Most Australian Open Titles in the Open Era?
For men’s singles:
Novak Djokovic — 10
For women’s singles:
Serena Williams — 7
These are the leading Australian Open singles totals since the beginning of the Open Era.
Djokovic’s 10 championships also represent the men’s all-time record.
Court’s 11 women’s championships span both the pre-Open and Open eras.
Carlos Alcaraz Wins the 2026 Australian Open
The most important recent addition to Australian Open history came in 2026.
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in the men’s singles final to win his first Australian Open championship.
The result was significant for several reasons.
First, Alcaraz finally added Melbourne to his collection of Grand Slam championships.
Second, the victory completed his Career Grand Slam.
Alcaraz had now won:
Australian Open
Roland Garros
Wimbledon
US Open
That placed him among the small group of men’s players to win all four majors during their careers.
And he accomplished the feat at only 22 years old.
Alcaraz vs Djokovic in the 2026 Australian Open Final
The 2026 final carried enormous historical significance for both players.
Djokovic was attempting to win an unprecedented 11th Australian Open championship and extend his Grand Slam record.
Alcaraz was attempting to win the Australian Open for the first time and complete the Career Grand Slam.
Djokovic won the opening set.
But Alcaraz responded and eventually won the match in four sets:
2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5
The victory gave Alcaraz his first Australian Open title.
For Djokovic, the defeat meant his men’s record remained at 10.
For Alcaraz, it completed one of the most important milestones of his career.
Jannik Sinner — Back-to-Back Australian Open Champion
Jannik Sinner won consecutive Australian Open championships in:
2024
2025
His first victory in 2024 represented a major breakthrough in his career.
He returned in 2025 and successfully defended the championship.
That immediately established Sinner as one of the defining Australian Open players of the new generation.
His attempt to win three consecutive championships in 2026 ended before the final, and Carlos Alcaraz ultimately won the tournament.
Still, two consecutive Australian Open titles place Sinner in elite company.
Elena Rybakina Wins the 2026 Women’s Australian Open
The 2026 women’s championship was won by Elena Rybakina.
She defeated Aryna Sabalenka in the final:
6-4, 4-6, 6-4
The victory gave Rybakina her first Australian Open singles championship.
It also prevented Sabalenka from adding a third Melbourne title after her championships in 2023 and 2024.
The result added another major champion to the Australian Open’s modern women’s history.
Djokovic vs Federer vs Nadal at the Australian Open
The Australian Open comparison among the Big Three strongly favors Djokovic.
| Player | Australian Open Titles |
|---|---|
| Novak Djokovic | 10 |
| Roger Federer | 6 |
| Rafael Nadal | 2 |
Djokovic won four more Australian Open championships than Federer.
He won eight more than Nadal.
This represents one of the largest tournament-specific differences among the Big Three.
But each member of the trio built his greatest Grand Slam dominance at a different tournament.
Djokovic — Australian Open: 10
Nadal — Roland Garros: 14
Federer — Wimbledon: 8
That contrast is one of the most fascinating aspects of their careers.
For the complete comparison across all major categories, read Djokovic vs Nadal vs Federer: Who Is the Greatest?.
Rafael Nadal — 2 Australian Open Titles
Rafael Nadal won the Australian Open twice.
His championships came in:
2009
2022
The 13-year gap between those victories demonstrates Nadal’s extraordinary longevity.
His 2009 championship included a famous five-set final victory over Roger Federer.
His second title in 2022 came after another dramatic five-set final, this time against Daniil Medvedev.
That victory was especially significant because it gave Nadal a second Career Grand Slam.
For Nadal’s complete records and career analysis, visit our Rafael Nadal profile.
Djokovic vs Nadal at the Australian Open
Djokovic and Nadal produced one of the most famous Australian Open matches ever played.
The 2012 final lasted:
5 hours and 53 minutes.
Djokovic eventually won in five sets.
It remains one of the defining matches of their 60-match rivalry.
The match demonstrated many of the qualities associated with both players:
physical endurance, defense, mental strength, baseline consistency and the ability to perform under extreme pressure.
Their Australian Open rivalry provides another important chapter in the larger Djokovic vs Nadal head-to-head story.
Djokovic vs Federer at the Australian Open
Djokovic and Federer also produced several important matches in Melbourne.
Their Australian Open encounters became increasingly significant as Djokovic developed from a young challenger into one of Federer’s greatest rivals.
Djokovic’s 2008 Australian Open run included a semifinal victory over Federer.
That tournament ultimately produced Djokovic’s first Grand Slam championship.
Over the years, their Australian Open matches became an important part of their wider rivalry.
Read our complete Novak Djokovic vs Roger Federer head-to-head.
Which Player Has Dominated One Grand Slam the Most?
Djokovic’s 10 Australian Open titles are extraordinary.
But they are not the men’s record for most championships at a single Grand Slam tournament.
That record belongs to Rafael Nadal.
Rafael Nadal — 14 Roland Garros Titles
Nadal won Roland Garros 14 times.
Djokovic’s 10 Australian Open championships rank next among the greatest examples of men’s dominance at one major.
Roger Federer’s eight Wimbledon championships also belong in this discussion.
The Big Three therefore produced three extraordinary tournament-specific records:
Nadal — 14 Roland Garros
Djokovic — 10 Australian Open
Federer — 8 Wimbledon
These records reveal how each player established a different form of Grand Slam dominance.
Australian Open Titles and the Grand Slam Record
Australian Open success played a major role in the men’s all-time Grand Slam race.
The Big Three finished with:
| Player | Australian Open | Total Grand Slams |
|---|---|---|
| Novak Djokovic | 10 | 24 |
| Rafael Nadal | 2 | 22 |
| Roger Federer | 6 | 20 |
Nearly 42 percent of Djokovic’s Grand Slam championships came at the Australian Open.
For Federer, Melbourne contributed six of his 20 majors.
For Nadal, the Australian Open accounted for only two of his 22 because his greatest dominance occurred at Roland Garros.
For the complete major leaderboard, read Who Has Won the Most Grand Slam Tennis Titles?.
Why Djokovic Has Been So Successful at the Australian Open
There is no single explanation for Djokovic’s Melbourne dominance.
Several characteristics of his game have been particularly effective on Australian hard courts.
Elite Return of Serve
Djokovic is widely regarded as one of the greatest returners in tennis history.
His ability to neutralize powerful serves allows him to immediately enter rallies that many opponents would otherwise control.
Movement and Defense
Djokovic’s movement has allowed him to defend extremely effectively on hard courts.
He can turn defensive positions into neutral rallies and neutral rallies into attacking opportunities.
Baseline Consistency
Australian Open matches can become physically demanding.
Djokovic’s ability to maintain depth and consistency from the baseline has repeatedly forced opponents to play additional shots.
Mental Strength
Many of Djokovic’s greatest victories involved pressure situations.
His ability to remain composed during long matches, tiebreaks and deciding sets has played an important role throughout his career.
Adaptability
The Australian Open has changed surfaces and court speeds over the years.
Djokovic remained successful across changing conditions.
That adaptability helps explain why his championships span 15 years.
Why Australian Open Records Matter in the GOAT Debate
The Australian Open represents one quarter of the Grand Slam calendar.
Dominating it therefore matters enormously.
Djokovic’s 10 titles demonstrate extraordinary sustained success at one of tennis’s four biggest tournaments.
But the GOAT debate cannot be decided by Australian Open titles alone.
Consider the different strengths of the Big Three.
Djokovic leads the Australian Open comparison.
Nadal dominates Roland Garros.
Federer owns the men’s Wimbledon singles title record.
Djokovic leads the men’s overall Grand Slam total.
Djokovic also leads the ATP Masters 1000 title race.
And he holds the men’s record for total weeks at World No. 1.
Those statistics should be considered together rather than independently.
Read How Is the Greatest Tennis Player of All Time Determined? for our complete discussion of GOAT criteria.
Australian Open Titles vs Weeks at World No. 1
Tournament dominance and ranking dominance measure different things.
Djokovic holds both major records:
Australian Open titles — 10
Weeks at World No. 1 — 428
Federer ranks second in both comparisons among the Big Three:
Australian Open titles — 6
Weeks at World No. 1 — 310
Nadal’s numbers are:
Australian Open titles — 2
Weeks at World No. 1 — 209
For the complete ranking leaderboard, read Who Has Spent the Most Weeks at World No. 1 in Tennis?.
Australian Open Success and Masters 1000 Records
Australian Open success measures performance at one Grand Slam.
Masters 1000 titles provide a broader picture of performance throughout the ATP season.
Among the Big Three:
Djokovic — 40 Masters 1000 titles
Nadal — 36
Federer — 28
Djokovic therefore combines the men’s Australian Open title record with the all-time Masters 1000 title record.
For the complete Masters leaderboard, read Who Has Won the Most ATP Masters 1000 Titles?.
How the Australian Open Has Changed Over Time
Comparing Australian Open champions from different eras requires historical context.
The tournament was not always played at Melbourne Park.
It was held at different venues during earlier periods of its history.
Travel to Australia was also significantly more difficult during the early decades of international tennis.
As a result, some leading international players did not participate every year.
The tournament later developed into the global event we know today.
Melbourne Park became the permanent home in 1988.
The tournament also transitioned from grass to hard courts.
These changes are important when comparing players such as Roy Emerson and Margaret Court with modern champions such as Djokovic, Federer and Serena Williams.
Historical records remain valid.
But the competitive environments were different.
Men’s Australian Open Records at a Glance
Most Men’s Singles Titles
Novak Djokovic — 10
Second-Most Men’s Singles Titles
Roger Federer — 6
Roy Emerson — 6
Most Men’s Singles Titles in the Open Era
Novak Djokovic — 10
Most Consecutive Men’s Titles in the Open Era
Novak Djokovic — 3
He achieved the streak from 2011 through 2013.
2026 Men’s Champion
Carlos Alcaraz
He defeated Novak Djokovic in the final.
Women’s Australian Open Records at a Glance
Most Women’s Singles Titles
Margaret Court — 11
Most Women’s Singles Titles in the Open Era
Serena Williams — 7
Margaret Court’s Consecutive Championship Run
7 consecutive titles
1960 through 1966.
2026 Women’s Champion
Elena Rybakina
She defeated Aryna Sabalenka in the final.
Australian Open Titles FAQ
Who has won the most Australian Open men’s singles titles?
Novak Djokovic, with 10.
How many Australian Open titles has Novak Djokovic won?
Djokovic has won 10 Australian Open singles championships.
Which years did Djokovic win the Australian Open?
Djokovic won in:
2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023.
Who has won the most women’s Australian Open titles?
Margaret Court, with 11.
Who has won the most women’s Australian Open titles in the Open Era?
Serena Williams, with seven.
How many Australian Open titles did Roger Federer win?
Federer won six Australian Open championships.
How many Australian Open titles did Rafael Nadal win?
Nadal won two, in 2009 and 2022.
How many Australian Open titles did Andre Agassi win?
Agassi won four.
How many Australian Open titles did Roy Emerson win?
Emerson won six.
How many Australian Open titles has Carlos Alcaraz won?
As of August 2026, Carlos Alcaraz has won one Australian Open title, captured in 2026.
Who won the 2026 Australian Open men’s title?
Carlos Alcaraz.
He defeated Novak Djokovic in the final.
Who won the 2026 Australian Open women’s title?
Elena Rybakina.
She defeated Aryna Sabalenka in the final.
How many Australian Open titles has Jannik Sinner won?
As of August 2026, Sinner has won two, in 2024 and 2025.
Who did Djokovic beat in the 2012 Australian Open final?
Rafael Nadal.
Djokovic won after 5 hours and 53 minutes.
Who did Federer beat in the 2017 Australian Open final?
Rafael Nadal.
Federer won the five-set final to claim his fifth Australian Open championship.
Has Carlos Alcaraz completed the Career Grand Slam?
Yes.
By winning the 2026 Australian Open, Alcaraz completed his collection of all four Grand Slam singles championships.
What is the Australian Open surface?
The Australian Open is currently played on hard courts.
Where is the Australian Open played?
The tournament is played at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia.
Who Is the Greatest Australian Open Player Ever?
For men’s singles, the statistical answer is difficult to dispute.
Novak Djokovic
10 championships.
No other man has won more than six.
Djokovic therefore holds a four-title advantage over Federer and Emerson.
His championships also span from 2008 through 2023, demonstrating extraordinary longevity.
For women’s singles, the all-time title record belongs to:
Margaret Court
11 championships.
For women’s Open Era singles:
Serena Williams
7 championships.
These records represent different periods of Australian Open history and should be evaluated with appropriate historical context.
Australian Open Records and the Tennis GOAT Debate
The Australian Open provides another important piece of the tennis GOAT puzzle.
Djokovic owns the men’s record with:
10 titles
Nadal’s greatest major record came elsewhere:
14 Roland Garros titles
Federer’s signature major record is:
8 Wimbledon titles
Those three numbers capture something remarkable about the Big Three era.
Each player became the most successful men’s champion at a different Grand Slam.
But Djokovic’s broader statistical résumé extends beyond Melbourne.
He also holds:
24 Grand Slam singles titles
40 ATP Masters 1000 titles
428 weeks at World No. 1
That combination is why his Australian Open record cannot be viewed in isolation.
It forms part of a much larger historical résumé.
For our complete comparison, visit Djokovic vs Nadal vs Federer: Who Is the Greatest?.
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Djokovic owns the Australian Open record.
Nadal owns the Roland Garros record.
Federer owns the men’s Wimbledon record.
But which achievement should matter most?
Should Djokovic’s combination of Australian Open titles, total Grand Slams, Masters titles and weeks at No. 1 decide the debate?
Should Nadal’s unprecedented clay dominance receive greater weight?
Should Federer’s longevity, Wimbledon success and consecutive weeks at No. 1 matter more?
Or does another champion deserve the top position?
There is no official formula.
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Final Answer: Who Has Won the Most Australian Open Titles?
The Australian Open singles record holders are:
Men’s Record
Novak Djokovic — 10 titles
Women’s All-Time Record
Margaret Court — 11 titles
Women’s Open Era Record
Serena Williams — 7 titles
Among the leading men:
Novak Djokovic — 10
Roger Federer — 6
Roy Emerson — 6
Andre Agassi — 4
Djokovic’s 10 championships represent one of the greatest examples of single-tournament dominance in men’s tennis history.
Only Nadal’s 14 Roland Garros championships exceed Djokovic’s total at one men’s Grand Slam.
The 2026 tournament added another historic chapter when Carlos Alcaraz defeated Djokovic in the final, won his first Australian Open championship and completed the Career Grand Slam.
But Djokovic remains alone at the top of the men’s Australian Open record book.
10 titles.
And for now, that is the number every future Australian Open champion must chase.
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