“This is Incredibly Special”: 99-Year-Old Australian Tennis Legend to Receive Special Honor at 2027 Australian Open

At the Australian Open, the coin toss is one of the smallest rituals before a match begins. Players meet at the net, make their call, and turn their attention to the battle ahead. In January 2027, that familiar moment will carry a special connection to Australian tennis history. Frank Sedgman, who turned 99 on October 29, will have his image featured on the tournament’s official match coin. “To receive an honor like this is incredibly special,” Sedgman said in an announcement published by the Australian Open .