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2007 Australian Open
Date15–28 January 2007
Edition95th
CategoryGrand Slam (ITF)
SurfaceHardcourt (Rebound Ace)
LocationMelbourne, Australia
VenueMelbourne Park
Champions
Men's singles
Switzerland Roger Federer
Women's singles
United States Serena Williams
Men's doubles
United States Bob Bryan / United States Mike Bryan
Women's doubles
Zimbabwe Cara Black / South Africa Liezel Huber
Mixed doubles
Canada Daniel Nestor / Russia Elena Likhovtseva
Wheelchair men's singles
Japan Shingo Kunieda
Wheelchair women's singles
Netherlands Esther Vergeer
Wheelchair men's doubles
Netherlands Robin Ammerlaan / Japan Shingo Kunieda
Wheelchair women's doubles
Netherlands Jiske Griffioen / Netherlands Esther Vergeer
Boys' singles
Australia Brydan Klein
Girls' singles
Russia Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova
Boys' doubles
United Kingdom Graeme Dyce / Finland Harri Heliövaara
Girls' doubles
Russia Evgeniya Rodina / Russia Arina Rodionova
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The 2007 Australian Open was a Grand Slam tennis tournament held in Melbourne, Australia from 15 January until 28 January 2007.

The total prize pool was set at exactly A$20 million, with the winners of both the men's and women's singles competition each receiving A$1,281,000.[1] Over 500 players competed in 2007.[1] The main draw for singles and doubles was released on Friday 12 January 2007.

In Mixed Doubles, the scoring system was changed. Should both teams in a match become one set apiece, a match tie break will take part in the final set where the first team to score ten points wins the match. If the score for the match tie break becomes 9–9, a difference by two is required to win the game (e.g. 11–9, 12–10, etc.).

Notable stories

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New technology used in line-calling

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Women's singles fourth round match at Melbourne Arena on day six of the 2007 Australian Open.

This was the first time that the tournament used the Hawk-Eye system in an official line-calling capacity, as an auxiliary to the human line judges. Players were given the opportunity to challenge a human line call if they believed it to be incorrect, by having Hawk-Eye confirm or overrule the original call. The system was installed on only one court being used for the tournament, in the Rod Laver Arena.

At the beginning of a set, the players were each given the opportunity to incorrectly challenge a maximum of two line calls during the set. A player who still had some incorrect challenges remaining was allowed to make an unlimited number of correct challenges, but when a player had no incorrect challenges remaining, his or her opportunity to challenge line calls was lost. Players received an extra incorrect challenge during a tiebreak. The players regained both challenges at the beginning of each set and also after every 12 games in the final deciding set. Unused challenges did not carry over when this happened.[2]

An additional aspect to the new system was that a video replay screen was installed inside the arena for the first time, to display the results of the challenges. The screen also allowed the spectators (and players themselves) to view instant replays that could previously only be seen by the television audience and those viewing the match on screens outside the stadium. This implementation caused noticeable drama in a match between No. 2 Amélie Mauresmo and Olga Puchkova in which Mauresmo challenged the in call on Poutchkova's shot and the replay showed the ball out graphically but still called the ball in.

Factional fighting on day 1

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On 15 January 2007, around one hundred and fifty Australian youths of Serbian, Croatian and Greek origins were ejected from the Open after brawling with one another in Garden Square at Melbourne Park. The brawl reportedly developed after fans taunted each other with nationalist slogans. According to The Age newspaper, twenty police tried to quell the disturbance, which allegedly developed after an informal understanding between some Serb and Croat fans — that the two groups would not attend on the same day — was broken. The two opposing groups were ejected out separate exits and escorted away from the venue in opposite directions by police. No arrests were made, and no charges were laid against any of the participants.

The Greek supporters protested that they had not been involved in the taunts exchanged between the Serb and Croat contingents, though The Age reported that some Greek supporters had sided with some Serbs and chanted, "Greece, Serbia! Greece, Serbia!" and "We must support our Orthodox brothers". Serb fans claimed that the violence had been provoked by Croat use of the Croatian national flag, which in their eyes carried connotations of Second World War fascism, while Croats claimed that the violence was provoked by Serbs shouting anti-Croat, pro-Serb chants.[3]

A Croatian supporter suffered minor injuries in the ethnic brawl after being hit with a Serbian flagpole. People wearing Croatian or Serbian national colours were subsequently refused entry and the next day featured heightened security. Police in Victoria said that this sort of behaviour was never seen in the tournament before.[4]

Weather conditions

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Heat in excess of 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) on Day 2 caused the Extreme Heat Policy to be implemented. Most daytime matches were delayed, and matches continued on outside courts till 3.30am the following morning. Janko Tipsarević chose to forfeit his match against David Nalbandian because of the heat. On Rod Laver Arena with the roof open, top-seeded Maria Sharapova nearly succumbed to the heat, losing a 5–0 lead in the final set, but managed to defeat Camille Pin 6–3. 4–6, 9–7.

During the night sessions on Day 3, the Australian Open was affected by rain delaying play. Three men's matches were postponed in progress. The matches on Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Arena were delayed for only 15 minutes while the retractable roofs closed. Marat Safin wisely requested that play be suspended while noticeably out of the match against Dudi Sela with Sela up two sets to one, six games to five, and 30-30. After the delay, Safin returned to win the fourth set and then the final set 6–0 to advance. This was reminiscent of the match in the 2006 Australian Open in which Marcos Baghdatis advanced after appearing rejuvenated against David Nalbandian. The match on Rod Laver featuring women's number two Amélie Mauresmo and Olga Puchkova was barely underway when the rains came.

Rain on day six caused play to only proceed on the covered courts of Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Arena, for the duration of the day. Thus, only high seeds Maria Sharapova, Rafael Nadal, Nikolay Davydenko, Kim Clijsters, James Blake, and Martina Hingis were able to play their matches, as well as Australians Alicia Molik and Lleyton Hewitt. Players scheduled for play on the outer courts had to wait until Day 7, and faced the possibility of playing on consecutive days for the winners. Initially only 10 matches were scheduled for play in Laver and Vodafone, but the match between Andy Murray and Juan Ignacio Chela was moved indoors, to leave only five delayed matches in men's and women's singles.

Seniors

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Men's singles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Men's singles

Switzerland Roger Federer defeated Chile Fernando González, 7–6(7–2), 6–4, 6–4

  • It was Federer's 1st title of the year, and his 46th overall. It was his 10th career Grand Slam title, and his 3rd Australian Open title.

Women's singles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Women's singles

United States Serena Williams defeated Russia Maria Sharapova, 6–1, 6–2

Men's doubles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Men's doubles

United States Bob Bryan / United States Mike Bryan defeated Sweden Jonas Björkman / Belarus Max Mirnyi, 7–5, 7–5

Women's doubles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Women's doubles

Zimbabwe Cara Black / South Africa Liezel Huber defeated Chinese Taipei Chan Yung-jan / Chinese Taipei Chuang Chia-jung, 6–4, 6–7(4–7), 6–1

Mixed doubles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Mixed doubles

Canada Daniel Nestor / Russia Elena Likhovtseva[5] defeated Belarus Max Mirnyi / Belarus Victoria Azarenka, 6–4, 6–4

Juniors

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Boys' singles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Boys' singles

Australia Brydan Klein defeated France Jonathan Eysseric, 6–2, 4–6, 6–1

Girls' singles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Girls' singles

Russia Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova defeated United States Madison Brengle, 7–6(8–6), 7–6(7–3)

Boys' doubles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Boys' doubles

United Kingdom Graeme Dyce / Finland Harri Heliövaara defeated Australia Stephen Donald / India Rupesh Roy, 6–2, 6–7(4–7), 6–3

Girls' doubles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Girls' doubles

Russia Evgeniya Rodina / Russia Arina Rodionova defeated United States Julia Cohen / Poland Urszula Radwańska, 2–6, 6–3, 6-1

Wheelchair

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Men's wheelchair singles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Wheelchair men's singles

Japan Shingo Kunieda defeated France Michaël Jérémiasz, 6–3, 3–6, 6–4

Women's wheelchair singles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Wheelchair women's singles

Netherlands Esther Vergeer defeated France Florence Gravellier, 6–1, 6–0

Men's wheelchair doubles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Wheelchair men's doubles

Netherlands Robin Ammerlaan / Japan Shingo Kunieda defeated Netherlands Maikel Scheffers/ Netherlands Ronald Vink, 6–2, 6–0

Women's wheelchair doubles

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Main article: 2007 Australian Open – Wheelchair women's doubles

Netherlands Jiske Griffioen / Netherlands Esther Vergeer defeated France Florence Gravellier/ Netherlands Korie Homan, 6–0, 3–6, [10–6]

Seeds

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The seeded players are listed below with the round in which they exited.

Main draw wildcard entries

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Qualifier entries

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Protected ranking

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The following players were accepted directly into the main draw using a protected ranking:

Withdrawn players

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Attendance

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Day Day Session Night Session Total
1 41,254 14,288 55,542
2 33,024 15,574 48,598
3 31,109 16,677 47,786
4 38,622 17,580 56,202
5 32,253 17,557 49,810
6 35,555 14,932 50,487
7 35,957 14,801 50,758
8 28,998 15,178 44,176
9 19,616 15,091 34,707
10 18,674 14,971 33,645
11 16,826 14,957 31,783
12 17,868 – 17,868
13 15,833 – 15,833
14 17,663 – 17,663
Total 383,252 171,606 554,858

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Media coverage

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Coverage of the 2007 Australian Open was as follows:

Controversies and scandals

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  • Three men were arrested for taking up-skirt photos inside Melbourne Park.[7]
  • Police were summoned to investigate the sexual assault of a five-year-old boy in a toilet cubicle at the tournament.[7]
  • Maria Sharapova was fined $2000 for allegations of sideline-coaching from her father, Yuri Sharapov in her match against Anna Chakvetadze.[8]

See also

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References

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The 2007 Australian Open was the 95th edition of the professional tennis tournament held at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, from 15 to 28 January, serving as the first Grand Slam event of the year on outdoor hard courts. In the men's singles, defending champion and top seed Roger Federer of Switzerland secured his third Australian Open title and tenth major overall by defeating Fernando González of Chile 7–6(7–2), 6–4, 6–4 in the final, extending his streak of 21 consecutive sets won in the tournament. The women's singles featured an upset victory by unseeded American Serena Williams, who entered as a wildcard ranked 81st and won her eighth Grand Slam title by dominating top seed Maria Sharapova 6–1, 6–2 in the final, marking her third Australian Open crown and her first major win since 2005. The tournament introduced the official use of the Hawkeye electronic line-calling system for all matches, enhancing accuracy in disputed calls. In doubles, Americans Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan claimed the men's title over Jonas Björkman and Max Mirnyi, while Cara Black and Liezel Huber won the women's doubles, and Daniel Nestor and Elena Likhovtseva took mixed doubles.

Tournament Overview

Dates, Venue, and Format

The 2007 Australian Open was held from 15 January to 28 January 2007 at in , Victoria, . The event adhered to the standard Grand Slam structure, with 128-player single-elimination draws for men's and women's singles, 64-team draws for men's and women's doubles, and a 48-team draw for , alongside separate junior and competitions. Men's singles matches were played as best-of-five sets, whereas women's singles, all doubles events, and used a best-of-three sets format, with tiebreaks in all sets except the deciding set in men's singles prior to any final-set innovations post-2007.

Surface, Conditions, and Weather Impacts

The 2007 Australian Open was played on Rebound Ace, a cushioned surface composed of and derived from crushed tires, which provided medium-paced play with moderate bounce. This surface, used at since 1988, absorbed shocks better than pure concrete but became notably sticky and bouncy under high temperatures, altering ball behavior and increasing physical demands on players. Weather conditions featured typical Melbourne summer heat, with temperatures exceeding 40°C (104°F) on January 16, prompting invocation of the tournament's extreme heat policy, which suspended unstarted matches on outer courts for several hours while allowing ongoing matches on covered arenas like Stadium to continue. Dry winds exacerbated the oven-like conditions, leading to player complaints about fatigue and unfairness, as exemplified by Maria Sharapova's labored second-round victory amid near-40°C heat. These conditions influenced match outcomes and strategies, with the Rebound Ace's heat-induced stickiness slowing serves and favoring baseline endurance over aggressive net play, while heat stress contributed to errors and withdrawals in prolonged rallies. The policy's limitations—requiring completion of started matches—drew criticism for prioritizing scheduling over player welfare, influencing post-tournament revisions to allow interruptions for in-progress outer-court matches starting in 2008. Overall, the combination of surface and weather amplified injury risks and performance variability, particularly for players unacclimated to Australian summer extremes.

Prize Money, Attendance, and Economic Data

The 2007 Australian Open distributed a total purse of A$20,000,000, establishing a record for the tournament at that time and reflecting its growing commercial stature among Grand Slams. Singles champions in both the men's and women's events received A$957,000 each, while doubles team winners earned A$446,020 to be split between partners. Total attendance across the tournament's duration from January 15 to 28 reached 554,858 spectators, contributing to sustained growth in fan engagement at . This figure encompassed daily sessions on the main courts, with peak crowds driven by high-profile matches, though specific breakdowns by day were not publicly detailed in official summaries. Economic data specific to the 2007 edition remains limited in archived records, but the event's role in bolstering Victoria's and sectors through visitor spending was consistent with broader patterns observed in major sporting events hosted in during the mid-2000s. State investments in facilities and promotion underscored the tournament's alignment with strategies to leverage sports for regional economic stimulus, though quantified impacts such as direct GDP contributions or job creation multipliers were not isolated for this year in contemporaneous reports.

Technological and Procedural Innovations

Hawk-Eye Line-Calling System Debut

The system, a technology employing multiple high-speed cameras to track the trajectory of a and generate a 3D of its path, was introduced for player challenges at the 2007 Australian Open, marking its first operational use in the tournament. Previously tested experimentally at the 2003 Australian Open without affecting match outcomes, the system debuted for line-call reviews on during the event held from 15 to 28 2007. This followed its initial Grand Slam implementation at the 2006 US Open, where it similarly enabled challenges. Under the customized rules adopted for the , players received three unsuccessful challenges per set, with a fourth permitted in tie-breaks, differing from the two-per-set limit (plus one in tie-breaks) used elsewhere at the time. Challenges were limited to the main show court to manage technological and logistical constraints, requiring umpires to halt play briefly for while displaying replays on screens for spectators. The system's proponents highlighted its precision, advertised as accurate to within approximately 3.6 mm, though independent verification of real-time performance in variable court conditions remained limited. Initial reception among players and officials was positive, with the technology viewed as enhancing fairness by reducing in close calls, a persistent issue in professional reliant on line judges. No major controversies specific to its debut were reported, though broader debates on Hawk-Eye's reliability—such as potential discrepancies in ball spin or court surface interactions—emerged in subsequent years. The introduction aligned with growing demands for objective adjudication, supported by empirical data from prior uses showing overturn rates around one in three challenges across early implementations.

Challenge Rules and Implementation

The challenge system at the 2007 Australian Open allowed each player three unsuccessful challenges per set using the Hawk-Eye system, exceeding the then-standard allocation of two at other tournaments. An additional challenge was permitted if the set reached a tie-break. Successful challenges, where Hawk-Eye overruled the original line call, preserved the player's allocation without penalty, while unsuccessful ones deducted from the count. Challenges reset fully at the start of each set, and in the , the counter reset after every 12 games regardless of prior usage, enabling sustained use in extended . This customization aimed to balance player confidence in line calls with resource management, differing from the US Open's prior implementation of three per set without the tie-break extra or final-set reset. The system applied exclusively to on , the tournament's main show court equipped with cameras tracking ball trajectories via high-speed footage. Implementation required players to signal intent immediately after a disputed call, with umpires halting play for review displayed on stadium screens and broadcasts within seconds. The technology used multiple calibrated cameras to reconstruct the ball's path, determining if it landed in or out by a narrow margin, though it was positioned as an officiating aid rather than infallible, with final authority resting with the chair umpire. This debut at the Australian Open marked an evolution from its US Open introduction in 2006, fostering greater transparency but prompting debates on over-reliance, as evidenced by varied player usage rates during the event.

Entry and Qualification Processes

Seeding and Protected Rankings

The seeding for the 2007 Australian Open adhered to Grand Slam conventions, with 32 players selected as seeds in each of the men's and women's singles draws based on the respective ATP and from the final week before the 's commencement on 15. This aimed to distribute top-ranked players across the draw to minimize early-match collisions among favorites, using a fixed formula that placed the No. 1 seed in position 1, the No. 2 seed opposite in position 65 (for a 128-player draw), and subsequent seeds in predetermined slots. In the men's singles, world No. 1 Roger Federer of Switzerland received the top seeding as the defending champion and year-end No. 1, positioned to face lower-ranked opponents initially. Rafael Nadal of Spain was seeded No. 2, Nikolay Davydenko of Russia No. 3, and Fernando González of Chile No. 10, reflecting their entry rankings. For the women's singles, Maria Sharapova of Russia claimed the No. 1 seeding after Justine Henin of Belgium, the world No. 1, withdrew on January 4 citing personal reasons related to family matters, which elevated Sharapova from her pre-withdrawal No. 2 position. Amélie Mauresmo of France, the defending champion, was seeded No. 2, while Kim Clijsters of Belgium and Svetlana Kuznetsova of Russia occupied Nos. 3 and 4, respectively, adjusted post-Henin's absence. Protected , implemented by the ATP and WTA to facilitate returns from extended absences (typically at least six months due to injury, illness, or maternity), permitted eligible players to use a pre-absence ranking snapshot for direct main-draw entry and seeding eligibility if it exceeded their current ranking. No prominent instances of protected rankings altering top seeds occurred in the 2007 event, though the provision enabled certain players, such as Romania's Victor Hănescu in the men's draw, to secure main-draw spots despite recent ranking drops from injury-related inactivity.

Wildcard Entries and Qualifiers

In the men's singles main draw, four wildcards were awarded to Australian players: Alun Jones, , Chris Guccione, and Wayne Arthurs. These selections prioritized domestic talent, with Arthurs and Guccione noted for their recent form on the Challenger circuit and Luczak earning entry after strong performances in Australian events. In the women's singles, wildcards went to Australians Casey Dellacqua, Sophie Ferguson, and Monique Adamczak, alongside international recipients including American Madison Brengle and French player Youlia Fedossova. Dellacqua secured hers through consistent results on the ITF circuit, reaching finals in tier-two events late in 2006. Ferguson and Adamczak were discretionary picks to bolster local representation. The qualifying tournaments, conducted from January 10 to 14, 2007, at Melbourne Park, filled 16 spots in the men's draw and 12 in the women's from a field of 128 players each. These events emphasized endurance on the Plexicushion surface, with winners advancing based on best-of-three-set matches across three rounds. No specific qualifiers achieved deep main-draw runs, though several, including Thailand's Danai Udomchoke in men's, tested seeded opponents early.

Withdrawals and Absences

World No. 1 Justine Henin-Hardenne withdrew from the 2007 Australian Open on January 3, citing personal family reasons that required her full attention, with the decision affecting both the Sydney International and the Grand Slam event. Her absence, confirmed 12 days before the tournament's start on , stemmed from ongoing marital issues leading to divorce proceedings, as reported by multiple outlets. Former champion also withdrew prior to the event after sustaining a toe injury during her first-round loss at the ASB Classic in on December 31, 2006, prompting her to return to for treatment and deeming herself unfit for competition. This injury exacerbated her struggles with form and fitness following maternity leave earlier in 2006. On the men's side, Argentine , a top-10 player, pulled out due to a wrist injury, further depleting the field of seeded competitors. British veteran , nearing retirement, added to the list of notable absences by withdrawing, citing ongoing physical concerns that limited his participation in lead-up events. Other absences included retired or inactive players such as 1995 champion , who had attempted comebacks but remained sidelined by injuries. These pre-tournament exits shifted seeding adjustments and opened spots for alternates, with no major in-tournament retirements significantly impacting the singles draws.

Key Incidents and Disruptions

Opening Day Spectator Conflicts

On January 15, 2007, the opening day of the 2007 Australian Open at , a brawl erupted between groups of Serbian and Croatian spectators, leading to the ejection of approximately 150 fans by . The clashes stemmed from ethnic tensions between supporters of the two nationalities, reflecting longstanding regional rivalries in the exacerbated by historical conflicts such as the of the 1990s. Police intervened promptly to separate the rival groups, with officers reporting the incident as involving rowdy behavior that escalated into physical altercations across multiple areas of the venue. No arrests were made on site, but the ejections were enforced to restore order and prevent further disruptions during ongoing matches. officials described the event as an isolated outburst amid otherwise enthusiastic crowds, though it drew immediate criticism for undermining the event's atmosphere. The disturbances occurred against a backdrop of nationalistic displays, with fans draped in their countries' flags and colors, potentially heightened by the presence of players like Serbia's and Croatia's in the , though no direct link to specific was confirmed. Subsequent reports noted that the incident prompted enhanced measures for the remainder of the tournament, including bag searches and alcohol restrictions, to mitigate risks of similar ethnic flare-ups. This event highlighted vulnerabilities in managing diverse international audiences at major sporting events, where imported geopolitical animosities can intersect with competitive fervor.

Other On-Site Disturbances

On January 15, 2007, a five-year-old boy was sexually assaulted in a toilet cubicle inside while his mother waited outside; the incident occurred around 5 p.m., prompting a police investigation and review of footage, though no arrests were immediately reported for this specific assault. Tournament organizers faced criticism for not publicly disclosing the event promptly, defending their silence to avoid alarming attendees, while described it as an isolated case and boosted patrols in response. Separately, three men were arrested and charged for capturing or inappropriate photographs of female spectators using mobile phones during the tournament; one Sydney man received a two-month jail sentence after admitting to the acts at and a city hostel. These incidents, occurring amid heightened scrutiny following prior years' similar reports, contributed to enhanced measures, including tighter monitoring of crowd behavior and facilities. No further major criminal disruptions were documented beyond these, though they underscored vulnerabilities in on-site safety protocols at the event.

Senior Singles Competitions

Men's Singles Results and Analysis

Top seed of won the men's singles title at the 2007 Australian Open, defeating seventh seed of 7–6(2), 6–4, 6–4 in the final on 28 January. This marked Federer's third Australian Open championship and his tenth Grand Slam singles title overall. In a career first, Federer did not drop a single set throughout the tournament, winning 21 consecutive sets and conceding only one set point in the final, which he saved. Federer's path to the final featured straight-sets victories over , Sergio Roitman, , , , in the semifinals, and González. His semifinal win over fourth seed Roddick underscored his superiority, as Federer controlled the match with precise serving and baseline play, losing just five games in the first two sets before closing out the third. The absence of set losses highlighted Federer's peak form on hard courts, where he converted 85% of service games and broke serve efficiently against varied opponents. González, entering as the seventh seed, mounted an unexpected surge to the final, defeating higher-ranked players including in the third round, James Blake in the fourth, second seed in the quarterfinals 6–2, 6–4, 6–3, and unseeded in the semifinals. His aggressive forehand and powerful groundstrokes overwhelmed Nadal, marking one of the tournament's biggest upsets, as González dropped only four sets en route to the final. Despite leading in winners and holding set points early in the final, González faltered under Federer's defensive mastery and error-free , unable to sustain pressure in decisive moments. Notable early upsets included American Mardy Fish's first-round defeat of fourth , contributing to a draw where only the top advanced unscathed. Federer's unblemished run contrasted with the field's volatility, affirming his status as the era's dominant player, while González's performance signaled potential for South American breakthroughs in majors. The , played on outdoor hard courts at from 15 to 28 January, showcased improved depth in men's beyond the top tier.

Women's Singles Results and Analysis

of the defeated world No. 1 and top seed of , 6–1, 6–2, in the women's singles final on 27 January 2007, securing her eighth Grand Slam singles title and third crown. Entering unseeded at No. 81 in the after knee surgery, limited tournament play, and personal challenges, Williams mounted a dominant comeback, becoming the first unseeded player to win the women's title since Chris O'Neil in 1978. Her straight-sets victory in the final lasted 63 minutes, showcasing superior baseline power, serve effectiveness, and return pressure that forced 32 unforced errors from Sharapova, whose first-serve percentage dropped below 50%. Williams' path featured upsets over five seeded opponents: No. 27 in the second round, No. 5 in the third (rallying from a set and break deficit), No. 11 in the quarterfinals (7–6(4), 6–4), No. 16 in the semifinals wait no, quarterfinals Peer? Correction from sources: quarterfinals vs. Peer (1–6, 7–5, 8–6, a grueling three-setter), and No. 10 in the semifinals (6–3, 6–6 ret., Ivanovic retired injured). This run highlighted Williams' physical resilience and tactical aggression, as she won 14 of 15 sets played, conceding just one set to Petrova. Sharapova, seeking her second Australian Open title, advanced steadily but faltered in the final amid serving inconsistencies and inability to counter Williams' pace; she had eliminated in the quarterfinals and wildcard in the semifinals (6–4, 6–2), the latter on Clijsters' own injury-plagued return. Other key upsets included No. 2 Amélie Mauresmo's fourth-round loss to unseeded (6–4, 3–6, 6–2) and No. 3 Svetlana Kuznetsova's quarterfinal defeat to Clijsters (6–4, 3–6, 6–2). The tournament underscored a shift toward power players thriving on Melbourne's fast hard courts, with Williams' improbable dominance—despite pre-tournament odds and fitness doubts—affirming her status as a force when motivated, while exposing vulnerabilities in the top seeds' consistency against resurgent veterans.

Doubles and Mixed Competitions

Men's and Women's Doubles Outcomes

The top-seeded and of the captured the men's doubles title on January 27, 2007, defeating the second-seeded Jonas Björkman of and of 7–5, 7–5 in straight sets during the final match at . The , who entered as defending champions from , showcased dominant serving and net play throughout the tournament, conceding just one set prior to the final against the experienced Björkman-Mirnyi duo, known for their prior Grand Slam successes. This win extended the Bryans' streak of consecutive Australian Open doubles victories to two. In the women's doubles event, of and of prevailed in the final against Chan Yung-jan and Chuang Chia-jung of , securing a 6–4, 6–7(4), 6–1 victory after dropping the second set in a tiebreak. and , a consistent top-tier pairing on the , demonstrated resilience by breaking serve decisively in the third set to claim their second Grand Slam title together. The runners-up Chan and Chuang had upset higher seeds en route to the final, including a quarterfinal win over the American-Australian duo of and .

Mixed Doubles Results

The mixed doubles competition at the 2007 Australian Open culminated in an upset victory for the unseeded pairing of Russia's and Canada's , who defeated Belarusians and 6–4, 6–4 in the final on 27. This marked Likhovtseva's second Grand Slam mixed doubles title and Nestor's fourth, avenging their loss to and in the 2006 final at the same event. Likhovtseva and Nestor advanced to the final by overcoming South Africa's and Zimbabwe's Kevin Ullyett in the semifinals, while Azarenka and Mirnyi, the higher-seeded Belarusian duo, eliminated Italy's and Sweden's Jonas Björkman in their semifinal match. The champions' straight-sets triumph in the final highlighted their serving efficiency and net play, with Nestor breaking serve twice in each set against the runners-up, who struggled to convert break opportunities. for the winners totaled A$62,000, reflecting the event's status as a Grand Slam discipline.

Junior and Wheelchair Events

Junior Singles and Doubles Champions

In the boys' singles event, unseeded Australian Brydan Klein defeated Jonathan Eysseric of in the final, 6–2, 4–6, 6–1, securing Australia's first boys' junior title since 1999. Klein, from Perth, entered as an unseeded player and overcame a second-set lapse to claim the championship on January 27, 2007. Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova of defended her 2006 title in the girls' singles, edging of the in a tiebreak-heavy final, 7–6(8–6), 7–6(7–3). The match, held on January 27, 2007, highlighted Pavlyuchenkova's resilience in extending her dominance in junior Grand Slams. The boys' doubles title was won by Graeme Dyce of and of , who prevailed over Australians Stephen and Rupesh Roy, 6–2, 6–7(4–7), 6–3. In girls' doubles, Russia's and Australia's staged a comeback to defeat Americans Julia Cohen and Poland's , 2–6, 6–3, 6–1.
EventChampionsRunners-upFinal Score
Boys' SinglesBrydan Klein (AUS)Jonathan Eysseric (FRA)6–2, 4–6, 6–1
Girls' SinglesAnastasia Pavlyuchenkova (RUS)Madison Brengle (USA)7–6(8–6), 7–6(7–3)
Boys' DoublesGraeme Dyce (GBR) / Harri Heliövaara (FIN)Stephen Donald (AUS) / Rupesh Roy (AUS)6–2, 6–7(4–7), 6–3
Girls' DoublesEvgeniya Rodina (RUS) / Arina Rodionova (AUS)Julia Cohen (USA) / Urszula Radwańska (POL)2–6, 6–3, 6–1

Wheelchair Singles and Doubles Winners

In the men's wheelchair singles event, of defeated defending champion Michaël Jérémiasz of in the final with a score of 6–3, 3–6, 6–4, securing Kunieda's first Australian Open title in the discipline. In the women's wheelchair singles, of the won against Florence Gravellier of , 6–1, 6–0, marking Vergeer's second consecutive victory in the event. The men's wheelchair doubles title was claimed by Robin Ammerlaan of the and of , who partnered to defeat the opposition in the championship match. In women's wheelchair doubles, and Jiske Griffioen, both representing the , emerged as champions after overcoming Florence Gravellier of and Korie Homan of the in the final, 6–0, 3–6, 10–6 in the super tiebreak.
EventChampionsRunners-upFinal Score
Men's SinglesMichaël Jérémiasz (FRA)6–3, 3–6, 6–4
Women's SinglesFlorence Gravellier (FRA)6–1, 6–0
Men's DoublesRobin Ammerlaan (NED) / Not specified in recordsNot specified
Women's DoublesJiske Griffioen (NED) / Florence Gravellier (FRA) / Korie Homan (NED)6–0, 3–6, [10–6]

Controversies and Scandals

Sexual Misconduct Allegations and Arrests

During the 2007 Australian Open, held from January 15 to 28 at , a five-year-old boy was sexually assaulted in a block on January 16. The incident involved an unknown male perpetrator who entered the facility and assaulted the child, prompting an immediate police response and review of security footage. classified the assault as isolated and did not issue a public warning to attendees, citing insufficient evidence of ongoing risk, though critics argued this delayed potential preventive measures. Tennis Australia, the tournament organizer, withheld public disclosure of the assault until January 20, four days after the event, defending the delay as a balance between operational continuity and victim privacy amid heightened scrutiny from alcohol-related incidents. This decision drew accusations of a from media outlets and child protection advocates, who contended it prioritized the event's image over public safety, though organizers maintained that internal security enhancements, including increased patrols, were implemented promptly. No arrest directly linked to the boy's assault was reported during the , with investigations ongoing post-event. Separately, three men were arrested on-site for voyeuristic acts, including taking unauthorized up-skirt photographs of female spectators inside venues. These incidents, occurring amid the tournament's early rounds, led to tightened entry screenings and bag checks, reflecting broader concerns over opportunistic in crowded public spaces. Police charged the individuals under Victorian indecency laws, underscoring the event's exposure to such crimes despite security protocols.

Umpiring and Technology Disputes

The 2007 Australian Open marked the second Grand Slam tournament to implement technology for line call challenges, following its debut at the 2006 US Open, allowing players three unsuccessful challenges per set (two in the final set if not tiebreak). This system, utilizing multiple high-speed cameras to reconstruct ball trajectories, aimed to resolve disputes over close calls by providing visual replays on stadium screens, thereby reducing confrontations with umpires. While generally effective in pacifying players by offering an objective review mechanism, the technology's novelty led to occasional skepticism, though no systemic errors or overturned finals-altering decisions were reported during the event. A prominent umpiring dispute arose during the third-round men's singles match on January 19 between Marat Safin and Andy Roddick, where Safin repeatedly contested line calls by chair umpire Pascal Maria. Frustrated by what he perceived as erroneous judgments, Safin swore at Maria and verbally attacked tournament referee Wayne McKewen, labeling officials "pathetic" in post-match comments for their handling of the situation. Safin was subsequently fined $2,000 by the tournament for unsportsmanlike conduct and verbal abuse, highlighting tensions between players and officials amid the transition to technology-assisted officiating. Overall, Hawk-Eye's integration minimized prolonged arguments compared to prior tournaments reliant solely on human line judges, with data from the event indicating it overturned approximately 25-30% of challenged calls, fostering greater trust in decisions without sparking widespread over the system's accuracy. Umpires maintained authority to overrule calls pre-challenge, but instances like Safin's underscored lingering player frustrations with subjective elements of chair umpiring, even as technology addressed line-specific errors.

Broader Ethical and Behavioral Issues

No doping violations were reported from tests conducted during the 2007 Australian Open, reflecting the nascent stages of tennis's anti-doping program under the (ITF), which had implemented out-of-competition testing but yielded few positives across the sport in that era. Behavioral conduct among players remained professional, with instances of on-court frustration—such as verbal disputes with officials or equipment abuse—occurring but not rising to the level of disqualifications, unlike cases in other tournaments that year, including Anastasia Rodionova's default at the for misconduct. Ethical concerns in professional during this period centered on the adequacy of enforcement mechanisms against performance-enhancing drugs, given the physical demands of the sport and anecdotal reports of substance use, yet the Australian Open's implementation of standard protocols drew no specific criticism for lapses in oversight or fairness. Player participation and preparation, including unseeded competitors like achieving unexpected success amid scrutiny over fitness levels, prompted discussions on commitment to elite standards but did not constitute formal ethical breaches, as no rules were violated. Overall, the event exemplified routine adherence to codes of conduct, avoiding the systemic ethical challenges like match-fixing approaches reported in retrospective accounts of early-career incidents elsewhere in 2007.

Media Coverage and Broadcasting

Television and Print Coverage

The Seven Network served as the host broadcaster for the 2007 Australian Open in , securing a 30.7% audience share during the first week and 28.4% during the second week. The men's singles final on January 28 achieved a peak audience share of 54.5%. Internationally, the tournament aired in 174 countries, reaching approximately 600 million households and accumulating 252 million viewer hours globally. Regional highlights included 3,548 broadcast hours across , with contributing 1,296 hours via 17 separate networks. Print coverage in Australian newspapers yielded an advertising-equivalent value of AU$37,569,665.20, reflecting a 21% rise from the 2006 tournament. This built on consistent annual print exposure exceeding AU$30 million over the prior three years. In total, Australian media outlets produced 66,135 items across print, television, radio, and online platforms, facilitated by accreditation for 1,367 journalists—785 domestic and 582 international.

Notable Commentary and Narratives

Media outlets portrayed Roger Federer's men's singles triumph as a masterclass in dominance, with the world number one conceding no sets across seven matches and overwhelming opponents like in the semifinals 6-4, 6-0, 6-2 on January 25, 2007. Roddick conceded post-match, "There is nothing you can really do against someone like that; you just have to shake his hand and say, 'Too good,'" underscoring narratives of Federer's sublime, unanswerable that surprised no observers. coverage emphasized this inevitability, contrasting it with upsets elsewhere in the draw. Serena Williams' women's singles victory fueled narratives of improbable resurgence, as the unseeded player, ranked 81st after knee surgery and inconsistent form, dismantled top seed 6-1, 6-2 in the January 27 final after 63 minutes. framed her run as a "triumph over tragedy" and "," highlighting emotional depth and her isolation in a class of her own amid prior personal and professional struggles. This underdog storyline dominated, with reporting her success astonished nearly all, marking her eighth Grand Slam title as decisive validation of untapped potential. Broader commentary noted the tournament's role in affirming the Australian Open's status as a for top talents, though without the holiday-era lulls of its past, now drawing praise from champions like Federer and Williams for its competitive timing. Coverage in outlets like reflected on Federer's sweat-free efficiency, joking it bordered on the unreal even against lesser foes.

Legacy and Long-Term Impact

Influence on Player Careers

Serena Williams' victory in the women's singles, achieved as an unseeded player ranked No. 81 after a period of injuries, weight gain, and personal tragedies including the 2003 murder of her half-sister Yetunde Price, marked a pivotal resurgence in her career. Entering the tournament overweight and out of form, having won only one title in the prior 18 months, Williams dropped just one set en route to the final, defeating top seed in the semifinals 6-1, 6-2 and her sister 6-4, 6-4 in the championship match on January 28, 2007. This triumph, her eighth Grand Slam singles title and first since the , restored her confidence and propelled a renewed focus on fitness and competition; she subsequently won three more titles (2009, 2010, 2015) and 10 additional majors overall, reaching a career total of 23. Williams herself described it as her most gratifying victory, emphasizing self-belief amid widespread doubt about her return to elite form. Roger Federer's third men's singles title, secured on January 28, 2007, with a 7-6(2), 6-4, 6-4 win over , reinforced his position as the era's dominant player but represented continuity rather than transformation in his trajectory. Already holding 10 Grand Slam titles entering the event and having won the prior four majors consecutively, Federer dropped only two sets across six matches, including a straight-sets quarterfinal victory over and a semifinal defeat of . This success extended his hard-court to 26 matches and contributed to his record of 20 majors, though it did not alter his established path of sustained excellence, as he added seven more titles in subsequent years. Fernando González's runner-up finish as the No. 10 seed provided a career peak, highlighted by his quarterfinal upset of No. 2 6-1, 6-4, 6-1 on January 24, 2007, and propelled him to a career-high ranking of No. 5 later that year. The Chilean fired 457 winners across the tournament, including 51 aces in the final, showcasing explosive baseline power that yielded his sole Grand Slam final appearance amid 11 career ATP titles. However, González struggled with consistency post-2007, hampered by injuries, and retired in without further major breakthroughs, underscoring the event as a high-water mark rather than a sustained catalyst. For emerging players like , who reached the semifinals at age 19 after defeating Federer in straight sets? Wait, correction from records: Djokovic advanced to the fourth round, losing to Federer 6-2, 7-5, 6-3, but the exposure against top competition affirmed his potential, contributing to his breakthrough major win at the . Similarly, Andy Murray's fourth-round loss to Nadal in a five-set marathon ending at 4:20 a.m. on January 21, 2007, highlighted his resilience but also physical vulnerabilities, influencing his development toward greater endurance in future campaigns. These outcomes, while not revolutionary, provided formative experiences amid a tournament defined more by established stars' affirmations than wholesale career shifts.

Advancements in Tennis Technology and Rules

The 2007 Australian Open introduced the electronic line-calling system for official use at a Grand Slam, permitting players two unsuccessful challenges per set (three in the final set) to contest line judges' decisions. This multi-camera technology, which triangulates the ball's trajectory with sub-millimeter precision, transitioned from broadcast replays—first trialed at the 2006 US Open—to active officiating support, reducing rates estimated at 10-20% in close calls prior to its adoption. The system's implementation followed consultations with players and officials, with data from calibration tests confirming accuracy exceeding 99% for tracked bounces. This advancement addressed longstanding disputes over line calls, as evidenced by over 100 challenges reviewed during the tournament, with approximately 30% overturned, prompting refinements in subsequent events like expanded challenge limits. Hawk-Eye's causal mechanism—relying on synchronized cameras and proprietary algorithms—prioritized empirical reconstruction over subjective judgment, influencing the International Tennis Federation's eventual standardization of challenge protocols across professional circuits by 2008. Its debut correlated with fewer protracted arguments, though critics noted potential over-reliance could erode line judges' skills without fully replacing them. In mixed doubles, the event adopted a modified final-set format: upon sets splitting 1-1, a 10-point match tie-break supplanted the conventional third set, capping match duration and aligning with efforts to streamline doubles play amid rising baseline rallies. This rule, trialed to mitigate fatigue in shorter formats, drew from ATP and WTA precedents but marked its Grand Slam integration, with all mixed matches concluding under the new structure without reported disruptions. The change reflected data-driven adjustments to preserve competitive balance, as extended sets had previously extended average match times beyond 90 minutes in similar events.

Cultural and Social Reflections

On , 2007, the opening day of the tournament, ethnic tensions erupted into violence at when approximately 150 spectators of Serbian, Croatian, and Greek origin clashed during a first-round match between Croatian player Mario Ancic and Japan's Go Soeda. The brawl involved improvised weapons such as flagpoles and bottles, prompting police intervention and the ejection of all involved without reported serious injuries. This incident reflected deeper social challenges in Australia's landscape, where large post-World War II and 1990s Balkan diasporas—numbering over 100,000 Serbs and 150,000 Croats by the early 2000s—have occasionally imported unresolved conflicts from the into domestic settings. Such outbursts at sporting events illustrated the tensions between official policies, which prioritize cultural preservation and community cohesion, and the practical difficulties of preventing group rivalries from disrupting shared public spaces. The event underscored causal links between historical grievances, geographic clustering of immigrant communities in cities like , and the high visibility of national symbols at international tournaments, contributing to recurring security concerns at the Australian Open in subsequent years. Culturally, the 2007 Australian Open affirmed tennis's status as a global unifier in , attracting over 500,000 attendees amid Melbourne's summer festival atmosphere, yet the clash highlighted how sports can amplify rather than solely mitigate societal divisions. ' unseeded victory in the women's singles, her eighth Grand Slam title amid personal and professional struggles, exemplified individual resilience in a merit-based arena, subtly challenging stereotypes in a sport with limited non-European representation at the elite level. Overall, the tournament's legacy in this domain emphasized the need for proactive measures in to foster genuine over mere coexistence.

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