Amateur player Jordan Smith claimed a stunning A$1 million prize at the Australian Open's Million Dollar One Point Slam, an exhibition event where competitors play a single point for victory. Smith's improbable run included defeating world number two Jannik Sinner, who failed to land his serve, and women's world number four Amanda Anisimova in front of 10,000 fans on Rod Laver Arena.

The innovative format saw 48 competitors, including 24 professionals, face off in a knockout bracket decided by a single point. Queensland's Alec Reverente also scored a major upset, beating men's world number seven Felix Auger-Aliassime. The event is a significant expansion from its 2025 debut, which featured just one top-10 player and a A$60,000 prize, reflecting a growing push to generate excitement around the sport.

In a fitting finale, Smith faced Taiwanese amateur Joanna Garland, who had stunned men's world number three Alexander Zverev and former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios. While Reverente beat Smith to win a new car in a separate amateur showdown, the night's spirit remained light, with top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek staying to watch the upsets. This event follows the US Open's recent decision to separate its mixed doubles championship.