Optus and Australian Open

Optus continued to proudly support the Australian Open in 2010 as Official Partner and Official Telecommunications Provider for the sixth consecutive year.

The Optus partnership of the Australian Open includes:

• Official partner of the Australian Open
• Official Telecommunications Provider to the Australian Open and Tennis Australia

In 2010 Optus served up Channel 7’s live match coverage FREE for customers on compatible Optus 3G mobile.

Optus’ cutting edge technology for staff and media, satellite tracking for official cars, and tennis updates via 3G mobile technology, ensured that the event was a leader in the tennis grand slam tournaments. As the official telecommunications provider, Optus business customers at the Australian Open and over 300 journalists in the Media Workroom have access to the internet via high speed broadband.

Additionally, Optus provides a large mobile phone fleet to ensure the Tennis Australia crew stay connected throughout the Open.

During the Australian Open 2010, make sure you visit the Optus Tennis Safari Lodge on Grand Slam Oval. You’ll see how to view Channel 7’s live match coverage on compatible Optus 3G mobiles. Plus our Safari Guides will give you the chance to receive a Optus Tennis Treat including items such as sweat bands, temporary tattoos and inflatable cushions.