This summer, South Bank becomes Brisbane’s official Australian Open Live Site with AO by the River, bringing the tournament to River Quay and transforming the riverside spot into the city’s premier destination to watch, play and celebrate.

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From Friday 23 January to Sunday 1 February 2026, the riverside comes alive with big-screen tennis action, interactive Pop tennis and Pickleball courts, a Sunset Spritz Club by Aperol and Popolo, and exclusive hospitality offerings, all set against the spectacular city skyline.

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Presented in partnership with Tennis Australia, Channel 9 and Stan Sport, AO by the River lets visitors cheer on the world’s best players while joining the action themselves, whether testing their skills on the courts, sipping premium drinks or simply relaxing with friends in a lively atmosphere.

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Visitors can enjoy live big-screen coverage of Channel 9’s Australian Open finals, jump in between matches on the Pop tennis and Pickleball courts to see how they measure up, and unwind at the Sunset Spritz Club by Aperol and Popolo, which serves spritzes, cocktails and Italian-style bites from Popolo in a relaxed riverside setting.

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AO-inspired offerings will also be available for a limited time at surrounding River Quay venues, including Otto, Popolo, Naga Thai, River Quay Fish and The Jetty.

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