Overview

• Craig Tiley confirmed world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz as the featured professional in the 22-player pro field.
• Ten amateurs will qualify via registrations opening soon at clubs nationwide, with finalists earning a chance to face the pros.
• Each match begins with a coin toss to decide the server, then a single point determines who advances.
• The winner takes home US$1 million in a winner-take-all format designed as a rapid-fire showcase.
• For 2026, the Australian Open will also stage both doubles finals on Sunday and further elevate the Pickleball Slam.