Australian Open 2026
Melbourne Park | Jan 12 - Feb 1, 2026
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"There is a unique magic in the Melbourne sun—the squeak of the court, the collective gasp of the crowd, and the relentless pursuit of greatness."
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Jan 12th – Jan 17th: The Festival
The AO Opening Week is the best way to see stars up close without the Main Draw crowds. Qualifying matches run all week, and fans can access practice sessions at Rod Laver Arena.
- Qualifying Rounds: 128 men and women battle for 16 spots.
- Kids Tennis Day: A massive family festival with music and star appearances.
- Open Practices: Watch the Top 10 seeds hit the courts for free or low-cost.
Jan 18th – Jan 29th: The Chase
The intensity shifts as the world's best enter the draw. Two weeks of high-stakes tennis across 15 courts.
- Rounds 1-4: Non-stop action from 11 am until late into the night.
- Night Sessions: Experience the electric atmosphere of Melbourne under the lights.
- Grand Slam Oval: The AO Live Stage features daily live music and local food.
Jan 31st – Feb 1st: The Glory
The tournament culminates in the historic finals at Rod Laver Arena. Melbourne stops to watch history being made.
- Women's Final (Sat): The Daphne Akhurst Memorial Cup is hoisted.
- Men's Final (Sun): The Norman Brookes Challenge Cup is decided.
- Garden Square: Watch the finals on the massive big screens with thousands of fans.
Past 5 Years of Champions
| Year | Men's Singles | Women's Singles |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Jannik Sinner | Aryna Sabalenka |
| 2024 | Jannik Sinner | Aryna Sabalenka |
| 2023 | Novak Djokovic | Aryna Sabalenka |
| 2022 | Rafael Nadal | Ashleigh Barty |
| 2021 | Novak Djokovic | Naomi Osaka |
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