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Net Positive: How the Australian Open Serves Up More Than Just Tennis
['Michele Laufik', 'Senior Contributing Editor']
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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA—The Australian Open has become one of the biggest brand platforms in sports.
As the most attended tennis event in the world, it has been transformed into a three-week festival in the style of Coachella.
The 2026 Australian Open kicked off Jan. 18 and wraps up Feb. 1 in Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Photo: Courtesy of the Australian OpenBesides the tennis action, organizers are also attracting music fans with AO Live.
Photo: Courtesy of the Australian OpenAs the Official Vodka Partner of the Australian Open, Grey Goose served Lemon Ace cocktails, which made their tournament debut this year.