Alcaraz Defeats Djokovic to Win Australian Open, Completes Career Grand Slam
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open final on Sunday, February 1, 2026, becoming the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam. The 22-year-old Spanish tennis star won in four sets, preventing Djokovic from securing a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title, according to Sky News. Alcaraz, at 22 years and 258 days old, is now the youngest player to win all four Grand Slam tournaments, surpassing Don Budge's previous record. His victory in Melbourne marks his maiden Australian Open title, the only Grand Slam that had previously eluded him.
Tensions Rise in Iran Amid Explosions and Diplomatic Maneuvering
Simultaneously, tensions were high in Iran following multiple explosions reported in various cities. According to Euronews, the most significant explosion occurred in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas, with reports suggesting it targeted an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) facility. Despite the explosions and rumors of potential uranium transfers to Turkey, a major U.S. military strike did not occur early Sunday. The situation remains uncertain, with ongoing diplomatic efforts and a substantial U.S. naval presence in the region.
Danish Veterans Protest Trump's Remarks in Copenhagen
In Copenhagen, hundreds of Danish war veterans held a silent march to protest comments made by Donald Trump downplaying the role of non-US NATO troops in Afghanistan. Euronews reported that the veterans, who served alongside U.S. forces, marched from a memorial for fallen soldiers to the U.S. embassy. Carrying Danish flags and banners with the words "No words," they planted flags embroidered with the names of fallen Danish soldiers in plant pots outside the embassy entrance. The protest underscores the discontent among Danish veterans regarding Trump's perceived disparagement of their service.
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