The AustralianOpen will not recognise Australia Day. TennisAustralia has confirmed that no official celebrations will go ahead and the tournament will instead focus on celebrating women’s tennis. AusOpen 7NEWS
The Australian Open used to stop play as lavish fireworks hit the skies.
This year the Australian Open has been conscious of social issues, already holding a First Nations Day and about to celebrate its Glam Slam event which will kick off on Friday.“We are mindful there are differing views, and at the Australian Open we are inclusive and respectful of all,’’ Tennis Australia said.
“We acknowledge the historical significance and deep spiritual connection our First Peoples have to this land, and recognise this with a Welcome to Country on stadium screens prior to both the day and night session daily.’’The Victorian government has also called off the Australia Day parade. It is the third consecutive year the parade has been called off with COVID a factor in 2022 and 2021.
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