The Australian Open is one of tennis’s four Grand Slam tournaments and the first major on the yearly calendar. Hosted at Melbourne Park, it unfolds over two weeks each January and traditionally wraps up on Australia Day. First played in 1905, the event welcomed women’s singles in 1922. Alongside the headline singles competition, fans also enjoy doubles and mixed doubles battles. Thanks to its upbeat summer vibe and player-friendly atmosphere, the tournament is widely nicknamed the “Happy Slam.”
Originally staged on grass courts, the Australian Open switched to hard courts at Melbourne Park in 1988, shaping the modern era of the tournament. Margaret Court holds the singles record with 11 titles, while Thelma Coyne Long leads the doubles list with 12 championships. Across all disciplines—singles, doubles, and mixed doubles—Court remains the most decorated Australian Open player ever, collecting 23 titles over a 14-year span.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Level | Grand Slam |
| Duration | January 12 – January 26, 2025 |
| Location | Melbourne, Australia |
| Total Prize Money | $43,608,375 |
| Surface | Hard |
| Singles Draw | 128 players |
| Doubles Draw | 64 teams |