The fast-paced, high-stakes showdown will see 48 players, pros, amateurs and celebrity wildcards, compete under the lights of Rod Laver Arena on Wednesday, January 14 for $1 million in prize money in a one-point knockout format.
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz has already been confirmed to play, with more top players to be announced soon.
Kia is raising the stakes even further and is giving a brand new EV3 to the last amateur standing in the 1 Point Slam main draw.
Australian Open Tournament Director Craig Tiley said: “Kia has been an exceptional partner of the Australian Open for 25 years, and it is fitting that we celebrate this milestone with something as bold and exciting as the 1 Point Slam.
“Kia’s support helps enable world-class innovation and unforgettable moments for players and fans alike. Opening Week is a perfect example of this, giving fans the opportunity to experience one of the most exciting world-class tennis courts at Rod Laver Arena for less.”
Damien Meredith, CEO of Kia Australia, said: “Celebrating 25 years with the Australian Open is a milestone we are incredibly proud of, and the 1 Point Slam is the perfect way to celebrate.
“The involvement of clubs and players from across Australia brings a unique energy to the event, and we are pleased to help create a pathway that gives more people the opportunity to participate and experience the excitement.”
Hundreds of clubs, venues and schools across Australia have already registered to host a 1 Point Slam event, with the winners competing in the State Championships on December 20-21 for a coveted spot in the main draw at Rod Laver Arena.
The 1 Point Slam Driven by Kia is part of an action-packed Opening Week schedule presented by Herald Sun, with the full program of Opening Week Showdowns at Rod Laver Arena to be announced shortly.
How it works
AO 1 Point Slam Community Events
• Local events will take place nationally from Friday, November 7 to Thursday, December 18, 2025.
• Winners of each event qualify for their respective state championship.
• The eight state champions will advance directly to the AO 1 Point Slam Main Draw at Melbourne Park.
• Players can find and participate in events at tennis.com.au/one-point-slam.
AO 1 Point Slam main draw
The 48-player draw at Rod Laver Arena includes:
• 24 professional players
• 8 State Champions
• 8 qualifying tournaments
• 8 wildcards
The winner takes all: $1 million in prize money, with the winning player’s club or school receiving a $50,000 tennis scholarship.
For more information and to register for a 1 Point Slam, visit tennis.com.au/one-point-slam.
Tickets for the AO 1 Point Slam Main Draw event will go on sale in December via Ticketmaster.
Australian Open 2026, supported by key partner Kia in collaboration with ANZ, Emirates, Luzhou Laojiao and Rolex, will take place at Melbourne Park from January 12 to February 1, 2026.
Ticket sales via Ticketmaster. Visit ausopen.com for more information.
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