Longstanding history of Australian Open

Australian Open or ‘Happy Slam’ is one championship that has charmed its fond and standard viewers in an immense way over a period of time. Australian Open championship takes its origin from its launch in the start of the 20th Century at the Warehouseman's Cricket Ground (now known as Albert Reserve Tennis Center) in St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Out of all the tennis championships that are held ove r the world today, Australian Open championship was the first one to be held. It was the Lawn Tennis Association of Australia that took up the firm step of launching. Even till date this championship is the first one out of all the tennis championships to be held every year. Australian Open championship is held in January every year. The only years that faced the deficit of adrenaline rush induced by Australian Open championship were those of 1916-1918 (years in which World War I was held) and 1941-1945 (years in which World War II was held).

Out of all the tennis championships that are held worldwide Australian Open and Wimbledon are the only ones that are held at indoor arenas. 1987 was the last year in which Australian Open was held in an outdoor arena at Melbourne Park. Over the years Australian Open has witnessed a rise in its fond visitants with the steep rise meeting its acme in 2009. With the heat in every tournament getting on, the attendance of every Australian Open is bound to see a rise in the future and zero falls. The tournament has been played in every city of Australia. There is no specific venue that has been considered over the years for conducting this challenging tennis tournament.

The city of Australia that has received the honour of being a host to the Australian Open for the maximum number of times is Melbourne. The word ‘Open’ in the name of the championship obtains its origin from its tournament’s attribute of being open for both professionals and amateurs. Players of all the levels are eligible to take part in the Australian Open. The championship is held in an unbiased way and welcomes the players of all countries with a glad hand. This is the reason why most tennis players look forward to grab a hold of this genuine title to prove their abilities. So, if you are one of the fond viewers of this game try giving it shot by participating and becoming a part of it.