sports
January 14, 2026
Amateur stuns pros to win One Point Slam and A$1m in boost for Australian Open
Tennis Australia is the big winner as new format draws full house and makes Jordan Smith a millionaire
TL;DR
- Jordan Smith, a 29-year-old tennis coach from Sydney, won the inaugural One Point Slam at the Australian Open, taking home the A$1m prize.
- The tournament featured a unique knockout format where each tie was decided by a single point, with professionals given only one serve.
- The event attracted a full house to Rod Laver Arena, indicating success in drawing fans to non-traditional formats.
- The field included top professionals like Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek, and Coco Gauff, alongside local celebrities and qualifiers.
- Despite criticisms regarding its duration, confusing format, and awkward player exchanges, the One Point Slam highlighted a potential for engaging new audiences.
- The tournament concluded with Smith defeating Taiwanese world No. 117 Joanna Garland in the final.
- Some professional players expressed support for the format, noting its potential for experimentation and audience engagement.
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