The Australian Open and Kia are joining forces to deliver the 1 Point Slam Driven by Kia, in a celebration of their 25-year partnership, one of the most successful and long-lasting sports sponsorships globally.<\/p>\n
The fast-paced, high-stakes showdown will see 48 players pros, amateurs and celebrity wildcards battle it out for $1 million in prize money in a one-point knockout format on Wednesday 14 January under the lights of Rod Laver Arena.<\/p>\n
World No.1 Carlos Alcaraz is already confirmed to play, with more top players to be announced soon.<\/p>\n
Kia is raising the stakes even further, donating a brand-new EV3 to the last amateur standing in the 1 Point Slam main draw.<\/p>\n
Australian Open Tournament Director Craig Tiley said, \u201cKia has been an exceptional partner of the Australian Open for 25 years, and it\u2019s fitting that we\u2019re celebrating this milestone with something as bold and exciting as the 1 Point Slam.<\/p>\n
\u201cKia\u2019s support helps power world-class innovation and unforgettable moments for players and fans alike. Opening Week is a perfect example of this, giving fans the chance to experience some of most exciting world-class tennis in Rod Laver Arena for less.\u201d<\/p>\n
Kia Australia CEO Damien Meredith said, \u201cMarking 25 years with the Australian Open is a milestone we\u2019re incredibly proud of, and the 1 Point Slam is the perfect way to celebrate it.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe involvement of clubs and players from across Australia brings a unique energy to the event, and we\u2019re thrilled to help create a pathway that gives more people the chance to participate and experience the excitement.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hundreds of clubs, venues and schools across Australia have already registered to host a 1 Point Slam event, with the winners competing in State Championships on 20-21 December for a coveted spot in the Rod Laver Arena main draw.<\/p>\n
The 1 Point Slam Driven by Kia is part of an action-packed schedule for Opening Week presented by Herald Sun, with the full program of Opening Week Showdowns in Rod Laver Arena to be announced soon.<\/p>\n
How it works<\/p>\n
AO 1 Point Slam Community Events<\/p>\n
– Local events will take place nationwide from Friday 7 November to Thursday 18 December 2025.<\/p>\n
– Winners from each event qualify for their respective State Championship.<\/p>\n
– The eight State Champions will progress directly into the AO 1 Point Slam Main Draw at Melbourne Park.<\/p>\n
– Players can find and enter events at tennis.com.au\/one-point-slam.<\/a><\/p>\n AO 1 Point Slam Main Draw<\/p>\n The 48-player draw on Rod Laver Arena includes:<\/p>\n – 24 professional players<\/p>\n – 8 State Champions<\/p>\n – 8 Qualifiers<\/p>\n – 8 Wildcards<\/p>\n The winner takes all \u2013 $1 million in prize money, with the winning player\u2019s club or school receiving a $50,000 tennis grant.<\/p>\n AO 1 Point Slam State Championships<\/p>\n ACT<\/p>\n Canberra Tennis Centre<\/p>\n 3 Riggall Pl<\/p>\n Lyneham ACT 2602<\/p>\n Saturday 20 December<\/p>\n NT<\/p>\n Darwin International Tennis Centre<\/p>\n Level 1\/9 Abala Rd<\/p>\n Marrara NT 0812<\/p>\n Friday 5 December<\/p>\n SA<\/p>\n Peake Gardens Riverside Tennis Club<\/p>\n 6\/24 Bice St, Marleston SA 5033<\/p>\n Saturday 20 December<\/p>\n Vic<\/p>\n Fawkner Park Tennis Centre<\/p>\n 65 Toorak Rd West<\/p>\n South Yarra VIC 3141<\/p>\n Saturday 20 December<\/p>\n NSW<\/p>\n 2025 Kia North Shore Open<\/p>\n Northern Suburbs Tennis Association<\/p>\n 18 Talus Street<\/p>\n Naremburn NSW 2065<\/p>\n Sunday 21 December<\/p>\n Qld<\/p>\n University of Queensland Tennis Club<\/p>\n Blair Dr<\/p>\n St Lucia QLD 4067<\/p>\n Saturday 20 December<\/p>\n Tas<\/p>\n Campbell Town Tennis Club<\/p>\n 57 High St<\/p>\n Campbell Town TAS 7210<\/p>\n Saturday 20 December<\/p>\n WA<\/p>\n Next Gen Tennis Centre<\/p>\n 21 Kings Park Rd<\/p>\n Kings Park WA 6005<\/p>\n Saturday 20 December<\/p>\n For more information and to register to compete in a 1 Point Slam, visit tennis.com.au\/one-point-slam<\/a>.<\/p>\n