The Spanish tennis star is looking to complete a career Grand Slam in Melbourne and revealed that he will get a special inking if he triumphs to go with his other artwork in celebration of his previous major wins.

Alcaraz said: "It’s a kangaroo [tattoo], that’s for sure.

"That’s my idea. The only thing that I missed is lifting the trophy here. The plan and the idea are already taken [care of]."

Alcaraz beat Nuno Borges in four sets on Friday (17.01.25) to reach the fourth round Down Under and was pleased to be centre stage at Rod Laver Arena.

The world number three said: "I missed Rod Laver [Arena].

"I’m really happy to be able to play here once again. I tried my best out here. It’s been a pleasure every time I step out onto this court. It’s a really beautiful court.

"The last time that I played here, I lost, so I really wanted to play here and get the win on Rod Laver.

"I’m happy to see a full crowd watching my matches. It’s a privilege to feel this love in Australia, in another part of the world. I’m trying to play different tennis; with different kinds of shots.

"That makes me enjoy playing tennis, makes me smile on court and helps me to show really good tennis, and try to entertain the people. That’s what matters."

Alcaraz has reached the second week in Melbourne with relative ease but believes he can take his game up a notch in matches to come.

He said: "I feel like my level could be higher in this tournament. The three matches that I played, I thought my level could be higher. That’s what I want in the next few rounds."