Second shot at Slam glory!
Opening Week gives you a second chance to qualify for the AO 1 Point Slam main event.
Pre-register from 24 December.
Frequently asked questions
Entering the 1 Point Slam
Players from across Australia are invited to take part in the AO 1 Point Slam.
With the Community 1 Point Slam events now complete and State Champions crowned, there are three exciting opportunities to join the competition:
- Workday Canberra International – Player entries are open for Friday, 9 January 2026. Register via Tournament Planner.
- AO Opening Week Qualifiers – Pre-register for your chance to compete on 12 and 13 January 2026 at Melbourne Park.
- On-the-day registration – Scan the QR code at Melbourne Park on 12 and 13 January 2026 for a chance to play in the Qualifiers.
You can read the AO 1 Point Slam the Terms and Conditions for details.
No, there is no requirement for players to have a minimum UTR. They will have to register with Tennis Australia in order to enter a Community level 1 Point Slam event.
To obtain your Tennis ID you must create a Match Centre account at matchcentre.tennis.com.au.
Once you have created an account, log in to your profile and your Tennis ID number will be located under your name and begin with '66'.
If you already have a Match Centre account, simply log in to obtain your existing Tennis ID number.
If you have any trouble logging into your account, please contact the Tennis Australia Customer Support Team on 1800 752 983 or at play@tennis.com.au
Yes, of course. Anyone can enter the 1 Point Slam. Any player with a current and/or previous ATP/WTA ranking will be deemed as a professional and therefore will only receive one serve as part of the rules.
We welcome entries from all players – however, regardless of age or ability, the same rules will apply for all players. It’s a one-point match with standard court sizes, tennis balls and rules.
View the full terms and conditions for the 1 Point Slam and make sure you’re ready to play.
Of course! You only have one shot at this, so take as many as you need to make your way to Melbourne.
Sure, feel free to enter at a local community event. Unfortunately, you won’t be eligible to participate in the qualifying or main draw events at Melbourne Park.
Playing at the AO Opening Week Qualifiers
Online entry opens Wednesday, 24 December at 9am (Melbourne time) via the Tennis Australia – AO26 1 Point Slam Qualifying link. To register, you’ll need a Tennis ID and must answer two quick entry questions. There’s no entry fee, so secure your spot and get ready to play!
Entries close on Wednesday 7 January 2026 at 5pm (Melbourne time).
Player selection will take place on Wednesday 7 January at 5pm. Successful players will be contacted by phone on Thursday 8 January at 9am, followed by an email confirming all details, including arrival location, accreditation collection, event timings and accommodation links.
16 winners will advance to the Final Qualifying event on Wednesday morning 14 January 2026.