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Australian Open Unveils $1 Million ‘1 Point Slam’ for 2026, With Alcaraz Headlining

The event integrates professionals and club qualifiers to drive a more accessible, festival-style Opening Week.

Overview

  • The Million Dollar 1 Point Slam will feature a single-point, elimination format pitting 22 professionals against 10 amateurs from across Australia.
  • Serve or receive will be decided by rock, paper, scissors, with the winner of each point advancing to the next round.
  • World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz is confirmed to lead the professional field, with additional players to be announced.
  • Qualifying will run nationwide and during Opening Week at Melbourne Park, and the final will be staged on Rod Laver Arena.
  • The competition anchors AO 2026’s expanded Opening Week, which includes free entry for kids on day one, nightly live music, Open Practice access, racquet giveaways, new viewing platforms, and revised doubles finals scheduling.