Overview
- Organizers confirmed on Wednesday that the AO 1 Point Slam will run again at the 2027 Australian Open and will keep the A$1 million winner-takes-all prize.
- The event uses a sudden-death, single-point knockout format that mixes amateurs, touring professionals and celebrities in the same draw.
- Clubs, associations, coaches and partner schools can express interest to host local qualifiers next week and winners will progress to state and territory championships before an Opening Week final at Melbourne Park.
- Last January local amateur Jordan Smith won the inaugural edition on Rod Laver Arena by beating top players and became an A$1 million winner, a result that drove strong public interest.
- Tennis Australia and Haier are offering no host fees, host packs and promotional support, plus a A$50,000 grant for the club linked to the eventual champion to boost grassroots participation.