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Memorial Drive Tennis Club presents
One point. One shot at $1 million.
Your road to Rod Laver Arena starts at Memorial Drive. One rally decides every match. Win your local draw and move one step closer to the AO27 1 Point Slam.
- Freeto enter
- 64places per division
- 1 pointdecides the match
Anyone can win
From the community court to centre stage
The AO 1 Point Slam brings everyday players and the world’s best together in a fast, high-pressure knockout. Every match lasts just one point: win it and stay alive.
No UTR is required. Players need a Tennis ID, must be turning at least 12 by 31 December 2026, and must be available for the full session they enter.
Secure your place
Choose a session
Every session offers an Open Mixed division and a Women’s division, with a maximum of 64 players in each. Entry is free. Players may register for only one of the three sessions hosted by MDTC and may enter only one division.
Friday night knockout
MDTC Open Championships · Open Mixed + Women’s
Saturday knockout
Henry Young Cup · Open Mixed + Women’s
Sunday knockout
Henry Young Cup · Open Mixed + Women’s
Your pathway
One point can take you all the way
- 01
September-November 2026
Win at Memorial Drive
Enter online and compete in a one-point knockout at your local Community Event.
- 02
December 2026
Represent South Australia
Community Event winners progress to their State or Territory Championship.
- 03
January 2027
Play at the Australian Open
State champions head to Melbourne Park during Opening Week for the AO 1 Point Slam and a shot at $1 million.
Photo: Tennis AustraliaKnow before you play
Simple format. Serious pressure.
- 1One point per match
The winner of the point advances in the knockout draw.
- 2Two serves for most players
Current ATP/WTA players and retired top-100 players receive one serve.
- 3No warm-up on match court
Be ready to play when your name is called.
- 4The event host has the final say
Players make line calls on their side; unresolved disputes are decided by the nominated organiser.
Good to know
Quick answers
Still unsure? Email the MDTC tournament team and we’ll help you get on court.
tournaments@mdtc.asn.auWho can enter?
Players of all abilities are welcome. You need a registered Tennis Profile/Tennis ID, must be turning at least 12 by 31 December 2026, and must be in good standing with Tennis Australia and its Member Associations.
Which division can I enter?
Each session offers an Open Mixed division and a Women’s division, capped at 64 players each. Players may enter only one division.
Do I need a UTR?
No. There is no minimum UTR requirement for a Community Event.
Is entry really free?
Yes. Entry remains free, and registrations are already open.
Can I enter more than one MDTC session?
No. Players may register for only one of the three AO 1 Point Slam sessions hosted by MDTC and may enter only one division within that session.
What happens if I win?
The winner progresses to the South Australian Championship. State and Territory Champions go on to the AO 1 Point Slam during Australian Open Opening Week.
Ready for your moment?
It only takes one point.
Entry is free. Places are limited to 64 players in each division. Choose one MDTC session and one division.
Choose your free session