Australian Open introduces Million Dollar One Point Slam featuring Carlos Alcaraz
The US Open staged a revamped, standalone mixed doubles tournament in August which encouraged top singles players to participate, with the winners receiving $1m (£737,000).
The Australian Open held its inaugural One Point Slam event this year, but the prize fund was A$60,000 (£29,400) and it generated little publicity.
Andrey Rublev was the only top-10 player involved, and his run came to an end when he put the one and only serve allowed into the net in his quarter-final.
Australian professional Omar Jasika won the One Point Slam, which pitted 16 amateurs – eight men and eight women aged between 15 and 72 – against 16 professionals.
Australian Open tournament director Craig Tilley said: “Whether you’re an amateur or a pro, the ultimate winner will walk away with the prize. Entries will open soon at clubs across the country.”
Tilley said there were “more big names to be announced soon”, while the Australian Open website said “celebrities” would be involved.
