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Australian Open 2025: Everything you need to know

Your ultimate guide for Australia's biggest tennis tournament.
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So you’ve binge-watched every episode of Netflix’s Break Point and you can’t get enough of the world-class tennis action? Well, fortunately for tennis fans, the 2025 Australian Open is fast approaching! 

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Kicking off on January 6 at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena, the Australian Open is set to deliver some memorable sporting moments, with fans being able to catch a glimpse of the first 2025 Grand Slam. 

While all eyes may be on the court for the major matches, the Melbourne Park precinct will serve both sporting and entertainment action.

Eager to secure your seat at this year’s tournament? Scroll down for everything you need to know about the 2025 Australian Open. 

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The 20-day tennis festival will take place throughout January. (Credit: Getty)
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When does the Australian Open start?

The 2025 Australian Opens starts on Monday, January 6, and will run until Sunday, January 26.

According to the provisional schedule, first-round qualifying matches and the main draw tournament will take place from Sunday, January 12, 2025.

During this time, the Australian Open practice matches will also be taking place, offering fans an opportunity to see some of the biggest names in the sport between 12:00 and 4:00 pm each day. 

The tournament’s epic conclusion will begin on Saturday, January 25, with the women’s singles final, followed by the men’s singles final on Sunday, January 26. 

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The Australian Open will kick off on January 6. (Credit: Getty)

Where is the Australian Open?

The 2025 Australian Open is taking place across Melbourne Park, with the tournaments being played in Melbourne’s prestigious Rod Laver Arena. 

Who is playing at the Australian Open Finals Festival?

If the action on the court still isn’t enough, the Australian Open’s three-day music festival is returning for 2025.

Taking place at John Cain Arena from January 23 to January 25, the AO Finals Festival, now named AO Live, will feature internationally acclaimed artists Benson Boon, Kaytranda, and Kesha.

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If you’re more keen on catching a glimpse of the music lineup than the sporting stars, you can grab your tickets to the AO Live festival now through Ticketmaster.

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The AO Finals Festival returns for 2025. (Credit: Getty)
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Where to buy Australian Open tickets

Watched Challengers and now are just obsessed with tennis? We don’t blame you! If you want to fully immerse yourself in one of the tennis calendar’s biggest tournaments, you’ll be happy to know that tickets to the 2025 Australian Open are now on sale exclusively through Ticketmaster.

Ticket prices range from as little as $10.00 for a one-day ground pass up to $1249.00 for a seat at the Men’s Final tournament on January 26.

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Where to watch the 2025 Australian Open

For tennis fans hoping to catch all the on-court action, the 205 Australian Open will be available to watch live on free-to-air on Nine. 

The Australian Open has also partnered with Stan for the 2025 tournament, with games available to stream on Stan Sport. 

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