Australian Pro Tour News
Australia embraces World Tennis Day
![Alicia Molik of Australia poses with kids as part of Hot Shots tennis on day two of the 2013 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 15, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia; Getty Images Alicia Molik of Australia poses with kids as part of Hot Shots tennis on day two of the 2013 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 15, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/KidsDay2AO-700x450.jpg)
3 March, 2013
In Australia, there’s no shortage of tennis programs, initiatives and playing opportunities, something to celebrate on the inaugural World Tennis Day.
Read moreIn Australia, there’s no shortage of tennis programs, initiatives and playing opportunities, something to celebrate on the inaugural World Tennis Day.
Kyrgios captures biggest title of career
![Nick Kyrgios Nick Kyrgios (L) receives the winning cheque from Nature's Way brand manager Adam Browne after triumphing at the Nature's Way Sydney Tennis International Challenger event; Tennis Australia](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Nick-Kyrgios-4_cropped-700x450.jpg)
3 March, 2013
Wildcard Nick Kyrgios won his first ATP Challenger title at the Nature’s Way Sydney Tennis International at Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre on Sunday.
Read moreWildcard Nick Kyrgios won his first ATP Challenger title at the Nature’s Way Sydney Tennis International at Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre on Sunday.
Barton ousts Millman in Sydney
![Matthew Barton of Australia plays a backhand volley in his first round qualifying match at Australian Open 2013 Matthew Barton of Australia plays a backhand volley in his first round qualifying match at Australian Open 2013.](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/BartonQualR1-700x450.jpg)
28 February, 2013
No opponent seems too great for fast-rising New South Welshman Matt Barton these days.
Read moreNo opponent seems too great for fast-rising New South Welshman Matt Barton these days.
Sam Groth discusses Mildura victory
![Mildura Grand International champion Sam Groth (R) is presented with the winner's trophy by Mildura Mayor Glenn Milne; Tennis Australia Mildura Grand International champion Sam Groth (R) is presented with the winner's trophy by Mildura Mayor Glenn Milne; Tennis Australia](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Mildura-gallery-01-700x450.jpg)
27 February, 2013
UPDATE 2:25 pm: Third seed Sam Groth won his first Pro Tour title of the year, defeating unseeded Victorian James Lemke in the 2013 Mildura Grand International final.
Watch videoUPDATE 2:25 pm: Third seed Sam Groth won his first Pro Tour title of the year, defeating unseeded Victorian James Lemke in the 2013 Mildura Grand International final.
Photos: Grasscourt grinners
![All the finalists from the 2013 National Grasscourt Championships singles events in Mildura: (L-R) Nicole Kramer (SA), Gabrielle O'Gorman (NSW), Rinky Hijikata (NSW), Sam May (SA), Jessica Zaviacic (VIC), Kyra Yap (QLD), Daniel Hobart (SA) and Alex De Minaur (NSW); Tennis Australia All the finalists from the 2013 National Grasscourt Championships singles events in Mildura: (L-R) Nicole Kramer (SA), Gabrielle O'Gorman (NSW), Rinky Hijikata (NSW), Sam May (SA), Jessica Zaviacic (VIC), Kyra Yap (QLD), Daniel Hobart (SA) and Alex De Minaur (NSW); Tennis Australia](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Mildura-gallery-11-700x450.jpg)
26 February, 2013
We pay tribute to the recent winners on grass in Mildura, including the Pro Tour event champs and winners at the junior 2013 National Grasscourt Championships.
View photosWe pay tribute to the recent winners on grass in Mildura, including the Pro Tour event champs and winners at the junior 2013 National Grasscourt Championships.
Grasscourt glory for Groth
![Sam Groth Mildura Sam Groth (R) is presented with the winning trophy by Mildura Mayor Glenn Milne after capturing the men's singles title at the Mildura Grand International; Tennis Australia](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Groth-Mildura-700x450.jpg)
25 February, 2013
Big serving Sam Groth has enjoyed grasscourt glory at the Mildura Grand International, winning his first singles title of 2013 after also collecting the doubles crown.
Read moreBig serving Sam Groth has enjoyed grasscourt glory at the Mildura Grand International, winning his first singles title of 2013 after also collecting the doubles crown.
ATP Challenger Tour heads to Sydney
![Matthew Barton, Australian Open 2013 Play-off, December Showdown, Melbourne Park, 2012. MAE DUMRIGUE Matthew Barton, Australian Open 2013 Play-off, December Showdown, Melbourne Park, 2012. MAE DUMRIGUE](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Matthew-Barton-tw-700x450.jpg)
21 February, 2013
The ATP Challenger Tour heads to Sydney Olympic Park next week for the Nature’s Way Sydney Tennis International, the next stop on the Australian Pro Tour.
Read moreThe ATP Challenger Tour heads to Sydney Olympic Park next week for the Nature’s Way Sydney Tennis International, the next stop on the Australian Pro Tour.
Robert beats Duckworth for Melbourne Park title
![Stephane Robert Stephane Robert; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Stephane-Robert-700x450.jpg)
18 February, 2013
Frenchman Stephane Robert has won the Melbourne Park Tennis International by beating Australia’s James Duckworth.
Read moreFrenchman Stephane Robert has won the Melbourne Park Tennis International by beating Australia’s James Duckworth.
Melbourne Park International Day 4 wrap
![Aussie Alex Bolt plays a backhand in his match against Frenchman Florent Serra on Day 2 of Australian Open 2013 Qualifying. Aussie Alex Bolt plays a backhand in his match against Frenchman Florent Serra on Day 2 of Australian Open 2013 Qualifying.](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/BoltQualR1-e1357882196661-700x450.jpg)
15 February, 2013
Check out Day 4 action at the Melbourne Park Tennis International as we catch up with Alex Bolt following his win over Matt Reid.
Watch videoCheck out Day 4 action at the Melbourne Park Tennis International as we catch up with Alex Bolt following his win over Matt Reid.
Melbourne Park International: Day 3 round-up
![Nick Kyrgios - 2013 Australian Open Junior Championships Nick Kyrgios of Australia celebrates winning a point in his semifinal match against Filippo Baldi of Italy during day twelve of the 2013 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 25, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/KyrgiosAOJ12SF-700x450.jpg)
14 February, 2013
Check out all the action from Day 3 of the Melbourne Park International, including an interview with Nick Kyrgios after his defeat of Jose Statham.
Watch videoCheck out all the action from Day 3 of the Melbourne Park International, including an interview with Nick Kyrgios after his defeat of Jose Statham.
Grasscourt challenge set at Mildura Grand International
![Luke Saville - 2013 Australian Open - Day 2 Luke Saville reached the quarterfinals of the Hutchison Builders Toowoomba International Pro Tour event in 2012 as a young wildcard; Getty Images](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/SavilleAO2R1-700x450.jpg)
14 February, 2013
The rising stars of Australian tennis will do battle for grasscourt honours and a share of $40,000 in prize money at next week’s Mildura Grand International.
Read moreThe rising stars of Australian tennis will do battle for grasscourt honours and a share of $40,000 in prize money at next week’s Mildura Grand International.
Catching up with Jack Schipanski
![Jack Schipanski 29 November 2011. Optus 18s Australian Championship. Iain Morton](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Jack-Schipanski-29112011-8061-Iain-Morton-700x450.jpg)
13 February, 2013
Eighteen-year-old Jack Schipanski took time out to speak to Tennis Australia before his first round match at the Melbourne Park International Pro Tour event.
Watch videoEighteen-year-old Jack Schipanski took time out to speak to Tennis Australia before his first round match at the Melbourne Park International Pro Tour event.