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Archived from the original PDF on 1 April Lawn Tennis Association. Planning for a potentially pandemic-hit edition is underway.

Credit: Getty Images. These are just two of many scenarios we have to examine. Meanwhile, the men's and women's professional tennis tours are examining contingency plans for post-coronavirus rescheduling, including the possibility of pushing back the end of the season.

Under consideration are moving postponed tournaments into weeks that already have events and making the season longer than it already is by playing past the tours' originally slated November finishes.

Final Three. Make it a long weekend in Melbourne to remember with the final three Sessions of AO Final Five. Enjoy the last five Sessions of Australian Open Players dream of being here and so do fans.

Slam Express. Slam Lower. Slam Superbox. Section and row numbers can be provided on booking. The decision, if made, will come from Tennis Australia and the State Government of Victoria in due course.

For Events Travel customers, we will be allocating seats by date of booking. The earlier you book, the better your seats from our preferred allocation.

Tennis Australia have provided us with potential scenarios and outcomes should AO be impacted by coronavirus: 1. AO goes ahead, but with physical distancing restrictions Outcome: Tennis Australia will make adjustments to the number of tickets issued, allowing physical distancing to be practiced.

How this will work has not been confirmed, but it does mean reduced ticket availability, but it does not mean increased ticket prices 2. AO is postponed Outcome: Customers will be able to retain their booking and have this transferred to the new date without penalty.

AO is cancelled Outcome: Customers will be able to transfer their booking to the event without penalty. AO goes ahead but you no longer wish to travel Outcome: Tennis Australia will only hold the tournament if they are able to do so in compliance with Australian Government regulations.

In this instance, we recommend speaking to your travel insurance provider and we can provide a statement for your use 5.

AO goes ahead but international travellers are not permitted or travel is restricted from your state or territory Outcome: International customers will be able to transfer their booking to the event without penalty.

Guests will enjoy court views, trophy appearances, gourmet food, drinks and more. With open air views down the court, fine hospitality, gourmet food, drinks and comfortable seating, this is an unforgettable AO experience.

Enjoy complimentary access to the Atrium Bar within many packages, offering indoor and outdoor seating, cash bar, big screen TVs and plenty of space to sit back and relax in between matches.

Melbourne Your Host: Melbourne is a dynamic cosmopolitan city which is stylish and forward-thinking yet offers a laid back atmosphere.

Melbourne has something for everything and is waiting for you Currency Australian Dollar Climate January is summer in Melbourne.

Things to Do. Located near the Botanical Gardens and houses an expansive collection of art, ancient artefacts and modern pieces.

Within walking distance of the CBD is the largest open-air market in the southern hemisphere with over traders. Melbourne is home to world-renowned street art, most notable is Hosier Lane, just off Flinders Street and Flinders Lane.

Less than an hour from Melbourne is the famous Yarra Valley wine region, picturesque and breathtaking with activities for all ages. Experience Australia's most loved sporting event and the biggest of the four tennis Grand Slams.

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Tennis Australia is making contingencies in case the Australian Open can't go ahead as normal in Melbourne in January. What are the dates for the Aus Open? Australian Open takes place from 18th Jan, to 31st Jan, on wards. What is the prize money in the Aus Open? The Australian Open is handing out a total of $71 million Aus dollar. The winner will earn about $5 million AUD. The runner-up will make half that amount $ million AUD. Can Food and Water allowed in the Aus Open? Visitors are permitted to bring food and drink to the Aus Open but Alchol is not permitted. Its. Get set for the return of the Australian Open Tickets will be on sale very soon. For full updates check out the AO website and subscribe to the AO newsletter. The Australian Open could be pushed back by several weeks to enable tennis stars into the country as tournament organisers undergo “urgent” talks with the Victorian state government. Thiem heading to Boston for Laver Cup Swiatek seeks consistency after Roland Garros breakthrough Ralph Lauren named as official outfitter of the Australian Open Rally as One initiative supports bushfire affected communities Roland Garros Day Nadal beats Djokovic for 20th major title.