Tennis Australia: Australian Open E-mail

Fan Fun

Happy Australia Day! Australia Day marked the launch of a new initiative: Do Something Australian on Australia Day - Play Tennis ran in four states across the country. Melbourne Park celebrated in style with a traditional BBQ on the grounds for selected guests, including a speech by Senator Kate Lundy to promote the sport and a citizenship ceremony on the day; culminating with the women’s finals.

@ The Open

If you thought all the action was on the court, think again! The Heineken Beer Garden on Grand Slam Oval combines drink, food, fun and entertainment - coupled with live music - makes it one of the best places to be during the Open.

Attendance

Attendance for the Women’s Final reached 20,036. This is a second Saturday record, with the previous record standing at 18,167 from Australian Open 2011.

Attendance to date for Australian Open 2013 is 659,396.