Smith Upsets Sinner: Australian Open Shock

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An Australian nobody beats Sinner and collects a million

Hobby player Jordan Smith wins six 1-point matches at the Australian Open and is now buying a house. How a crazy tournament format turns a 29-year-old’s life upside down.

Australia's Jordan Smith celebrates after beating Taiwan's Joanna Garland in the 1 Point Slam exhibition event ahead of the 2026 Australian Open at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.

He had a good laugh: Jordan Smith became a millionaire with six points.

Photo: David Gray (AFP)

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The Grand Slam tournaments are coming up with increasingly unusual forms of play in order to attract the crowds to the facility in the week before the start of the main draw. The US Open featured mixed doubles with the stars of the individual tour. The Australian Open now played with the question that concerns all amateur players: Is it possible to win a point against the professionals?

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James Whitfield

James Whitfield is Archysport's racket sports and golf specialist, bringing a global perspective to tennis, badminton, and golf coverage. Based between London and Singapore, James has covered Grand Slam tournaments, BWF World Tour events, and major golf championships on five continents. His reporting combines on-the-ground access with deep knowledge of the technical and strategic elements that separate elite athletes from the rest of the field. James is fluent in English, French, and Mandarin, giving him unique access to athletes across the global tennis and badminton circuits.

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