The Sydney Tennis Classic returns in January as a key lead-up event for the Australian Open. The tournament, held at the NSW Tennis Centre in Sydney.
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The Sydney Tennis Classic returns in January as a key lead-up event for the Australian Open. The tournament, held at the NSW Tennis Centre in Sydney Olympic Park, features a strengthened draw of ATP and WTA players preparing for the first Grand Slam of the year.
The 2026 edition will mark the tournament's return to a full week of competition after schedule adjustments in recent years. Organisers have confirmed a prize pool of $750,000 across both men's and women's draws. The event typically attracts top-20 players seeking match practice on hard courts before the Melbourne major.
The NSW Tennis Centre features 15 courts, including a main show court with a capacity of 3,000 spectators. The facility underwent a $12 million renovation in 2024, upgrading the player facilities and spectator amenities. According to Tennis Australia, the centre hosts over 40 tournaments annually.
The Tennis Australia website provides the full draw and ticket information.
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