Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff have been added to the One Point Slam player field and will look to collect a $1 million prize money just a few days before the start of the Australian Open.
On January 14th, the One Point Slam will be staged at Rod Laver Arena. It will feature 48 participants - a mix of pro and amateur players.
As the name of the event says, one single point decides the winner. And whoever ends up triumphant will also collect a massive prize money.
Besides Swiatek and Gauff, the eventwill also feature some of the best male players, including Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, Nick Kyrgios, Lorenzo Musetti, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Alex de Minaur.
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Swiatek, Gauff join an already star-studded player field
Opening Week in 2026 is set to be our most ambitious yet. Fans can see the worlds best players in must-see showdowns alongside the edge-of-your-seat intensity of the 1 Point Slam, offering world-class tennis at remarkable value. From day one of Opening Week the entire precinct will be open, with charity showdowns lighting up Rod Laver Arena, AO qualifying underway, live entertainment, Kids Tennis Day presented by Emirates, and experiences for all ages," Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley said in a statement.
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For the past couple of years, the Australian Open organizers have been hosting a series of exhibition and charity events the week before the start of the Happy Slam. The upcoming edition won't be an exception.
While the One Point Slam will be a chance for Swiatek and Gauff to earn some nice money in early 2026, it will also be a solid opportunity to get some action and preparation for the Australian Open.
