2025 is off to a smashing start in Australia, with the pre-tournament for the Australian Open – the Southern Hemisphere’s largest annual sporting event – beginning on January 6. Last year, more than 1 million fans flocked to Melbourne Park to see the biggest names in tennis battle it out across the three-week tennis grand slam.
In 2025, the action will be hotter than ever, featuring exhibition matches, giant screens, endless Aperols, pop-up activations and a live festival featuring Kesha – sounds ace! Here’s everything you need to know about when and how to watch the Australian Open 2025.
When does the Australian Open start?
The 15-day Australian Open officially kicks off on Sunday, January 12th and ends on Sunday, January 26th. Before the main event, qualifying matches will take place from Monday, January 6 to Thursday, January 9.
Where is the Australian Open?
The Australian Open will take place at Melbourne Park in Victoria across 39 courts, including the iconic 15,000-seat Rod Laver Arena, John Cain Arena and Margaret Court Arena.
Where to watch the Australian Open?
You can watch all the Australian Open matches live and free across the Nine Network, or catch them ad-free on Stan Sport.
How to get tickets for the Australian Open?
You can book both day and night sessions via the Australian Open website, with ground pass tickets starting at $59. Best to book your tickets sooner rather than later!
Who won the Australian Open in 2024?
Italian tennis sensation Jannik Sinner claimed victory at the 2024 Australian Open and currently reigns as world number one in men’s singles. On the women’s side, Belarusian powerhouse Aryna Sabalenka won the 2024 Australian Open and now holds the top spot as the world’s number one in women’s singles.
Who is playing in the Australian Open?
Ten-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic will return to Melbourne Park in 2025, alongside defending champions Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka. Australia’s very own Alex de Minaur, Alexei Popyrin, Jordan Thompson, Kimberly Birrell and Olivia Gadecki will also be competing in the 2025 Australian Open.
Is Kyrgios playing in the Australian Open?
After withdrawing from a charity match against Novak Djokovic on January 2 due to an abdominal injury, it’s uncertain whether Nick Kyrgios will be fit to compete in the 2025 Australian Open.
When is the Australian Open draw released?
The Australian Open singles draw will be released on Thursday, January 9 at 2.30pm AEDT, followed by the doubles draw on Saturday, January 11 at 3pm AEDT. The draw ceremony will be live-streamed on the Australian Open YouTube channel and Facebook page. You can keep updated with the schedule here.
When is the Australian Open final?
The Australian Open finals for the women’s singles, men’s doubles and mixed doubles events will take place on Saturday, January 25. The men’s singles and women’s doubles finals will happen on the next night on Sunday, January 26, around 7.30pm AEDT.
What is the prize money for the Australian Open tennis?
The 2025 Australian Open boasts a massive prize pool of $96.5 million. Singles champions will pocket $3.5 million, while runners-up will take home $1.9 million and semifinalists will score $1.1 million. In the doubles tournaments, winners will share $810,000, with $440,000 going to the runners-up.
