If there is one positive thing to have come out of the bushfires, it’s been the human response, which has ranged from hilariously empowering to unexpectedly wholesome.
With the Australian Open about to kick off, the first tennis Grand Slam of the year has decided to do its part for the bushfire relief effort by putting a huge, too-good-to-be-true prize up for grabs.
As part of its Aces for Bushfire Relief program, the Australian Open is auctioning off a special prize called “The Ultimate Tennis Weekend For Two at the AO,” which is, well, exactly what it says on the tin.
Starting at a mere $100k, the winner will get a prize that includes:
- 2 x On court seats at Men’s Final and Women’s Final
- Photo with both the Men’s and Women’s Champions
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Melbourne
- Breakfast for 2 with Rod Laver
- 60 minute Tennis Lesson for 2 with Jim Courier on an Australian Open Match Court
- Dinner at Nobu at the Australian Open
- Coffee with Pat Rafter in Player Cafe
- Access for full Finals Weekend to the Tennis Australia VIP Lounge
- AO Behind the scenes tour with Tournament Director Craig Tiley
- Photo with the Australian Open trophies
- Sitting on-court during the Trophy Presentation to Men’s and Women’s Champion
- Exclusive use of official Australian Open Player car and driver during weekend
You know that saying about how there are things in the world that money can’t buy? As it turns out, this is one instance where money can literally buy it, and it’s all going to the bushfire relief so this whole thing is really nothing but a win-win-win for everyone.
The Australian Open has been synonymous with the Australian summer for ages and it’s genuinely heartwarming to see the event and all the tennis pros here Down Under serving more than just aces for everyone during these tough times. Best get bidding though as you’ve only got until January 21 to throw your hat on the court for this bonkers prize.
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