This is how Rod Laver Arena welcomed the man who gives his name to the stadium
Night of legends at Melbourne Park with the exhibition match featuring Federer, Agassi, Barty, Rafter, and Hewitt. But it wasn't just on the court where legends were present; also in the stands, starting with the iconic Rod Laver, the champion whom the Rod Laver Arena is named after since the 2000 season. At 87 years old, this tournament would never be the same without the presence of the Australian, an absolute reference since he began building his legacy in the pre-professional era of the fifties. Hopefully, we can continue to enjoy this same atmosphere in the upcoming editions of the event.
Stepping onto the arena bearing his name, it's always an honor to have you @rodlaver 💚@wwos • @espn • @tntsports • @wowowtennis • #AO26 pic.twitter.com/HWe9ttHENq
— #AusOpen (@AustralianOpen) January 17, 2026
This is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Asà recibió la Rod Laver Arena al hombre que da nombre al estadio