The Rod Laver Arena Walk of Champions has been reimagined at Australian Open 2026.
As the world’s best players prepare to perform on one of the sport's most prestigious stages, their journey to Rod Laver Arena is illuminated with visuals of the sun and sea of Australia – the original inspiration for the AO’s iconic blue courts, the past champions who paved their way, and the players’ own reflections.
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This is the work of renowned artist and designer Es Devlin – the powerhouse behind theatre and concert productions for the likes of Beyonce and Lady Gaga – who has joined forces with the AO to transform the presentation of the sport.
Another feature of the reimagined Walk of Champions is the fact the players now walk onto court through individual entrances – a first for Grand Slam tennis.
