Carlos Alcaraz kicked off his latest bid for a career Grand Slam by dismantling unseeded Australian Adam Walton 6-3 7-6(2) 6-2 in the first round of the Australian Open on Sunday, as the world number one showcased the power and precision befitting a player chasing history.

Carlos Alcaraz is in Melbourne for one thing: the career Grand Slam that would come with winning the Australian Open title. Even after his icily clinical performance to win the U.S. Open last September, everything else is noise. Winning seven matches is what he is here to do, however they come.

The Australian Open main draw is now locked in, bringing the long and demanding qualifying rounds to a close. Few stages in the sport come with as much on the line for players.

World number one Carlos Alcaraz is "recharged" after a nine-week break as he bids to complete the career Grand Slam at the Australian Open.