AO 1 Point Slam returns in 2027

Players react in shock during the AO 1 Point Slam. (Getty/David Gray)

As expected off the back of huge success, the AO 1 Point Slam will be making another appearance at Rod Laver Arena for the 2027 Australian Open.

The event was played during January's Opening Week, where a knockout format saw amateurs take on pros, with the first player to win a point progressing to the next round.

NSW State Champion Jordan Smith won the inaugural AO 1 Point Slam, defeating world No.1 Jannik Sinner and dual Grand Slam finalist Amanda Anisimova to claim the $1 million winner-takes-all prize.

"I first heard about the AO 1 Point Slam through a couple of my tennis clients who encouraged me to enter, so I thought, why not!" Smith said

"My journey started at a qualifying event at Sydney Olympic Park - I never expected it would lead to me stepping onto Rod Laver Arena and competing against world-class players, let alone walking away as the winner. It completely changed my life.

"This year we'll be hosting an event at our own club and hopefully inspiring more players to give it a go, just like I did. You never know where it might take you."

How clubs, coaches and associations can host a 1 Point Slam

• From next week, affiliated clubs, associations, coaches and partner schools can register their interest to host a 1 Point Slam at tennis.com.au/one-point-slam.

• Once the EOI has been confirmed, they will receive a host pack including a ‘How To’ guide and promotional assets.

• Tennis Australia will list their 1 Point Slam for players to enter at tennis.com.au/one-point-slam.

• There are no sanction fees or entry fees required to host a 1 Point Slam community event.

• In December, all community event winners will compete in their respective State Championships event for the chance to play during Opening Week.

• All hosts will go into the draw for the chance to have a player represent them in the final.

• Every player in the main draw held on Rod Laver Arena will represent a local club with the club associated with the eventual champion – pro, amateur or wildcard – winning a $50,000 tennis grant.

  
  

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"The AO 1 Point Slam captured people's imagination because anyone can win," Tennis Australia Chief Tennis Officer Tom Larner said.

"It's high pressure, unpredictable, and gives everyday Aussies the chance to have their Grand Slam moment.

"From a local court to Rod Laver Arena, the concept is simple: win one point and stay alive. For one player, that journey could end with a life-changing prize. That's what makes it so special."

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