The Australian Open Centenary of 2005 raised the bar to new levels of excitement and entertainment at the Grand Slam of Asia/Pacific,

There's excitement as far as the whole team is concerned. I'm real pleased with the performances they're able to lay down under pressure. It shows we're going in the right direction.

[Given the myriad forms of entertainment now available to consumers,] the excitement of these big events in general is diminished, ... There's just so much out there.

We are looking forward to having a fresh new look for Rod Laver Arena and the Melbourne Park site for 2006.

His creativity and energy helped elevate the Australian Open to be on a par with the other three grand slams and set a benchmark for major sporting events in Australia and around the world.

Tennis Australia wishes to pay tribute to Paul for his efforts over the past 12 years which have established the Australian Open as one of the world's marquee sporting events. His creativity and energy helped elevate the Australian Open to be on a par with the other three Grand Slams and set a benchmark for major sporting events in Australia and around the world. He leaves the Australian Open in a very healthy state after another hugely successful tournament.