The Australian Open began in 1905, the same year Australia first contested the Davis Cup.  Originally known as the Australasian Championships, the tournament has been played in seven cities, but Melbourne remains its spiritual home.

The tyranny of distance saw Australian players dominate in the first decades, but improvements in travel saw the tournament take on an international flavour, which it retains today.

Relive each year of the triumphs and heartaches in The Australian Open.  A comprehensive history of the tournament, this is a must for tennis fans everywhere.

149 pages. Includes 2024 tournament.