'Too big': Tiley's ex-2IC fears for Abdo as Open boss Former NRL boss Andrew Abdo is facing a baptism of fire as Australian Open tournament director and Craig Tiley's one-time deputy is tipping he may not last. AAP · Oct 20
New Australian Open boss Andrew Abdo throws shade at critics: ‘I’m not an outsider’ Launch event marred by former NRL CEO calling world No 1 ‘Jacob’ Sinner, while announcing the grand slam will add 700 seats in 2027 The Guardian - AU · Oct 8
FastPasses, Mega Honey Deuces and $55 chopped cheese: welcome to the US Open in 2041 Craig Tiley says the US Open is going to become the ‘Disneyland of tennis’, and he means it aspirationally. Here’s what that might look like 15 years from now The Guardian - US · Sep 13
Five-set tennis is under attack. Killing it would be a colossal unforced error Shelton and Alcaraz’s 3.33am finish has renewed the debate over best-of-five tennis. Scrapping one of the sport’s great traditions would be the wrong fix The Guardian - US · Sep 11
'Disrespectful': why players are unhappy at US Open The US Open's attempt to embrace the rise of the influencer is one of many issues to have frustrated players at the grand slam in New York. AAP · Sep 7
Wily Tiley fast turning US Open into the new Happy Slam Former Tennis Australia boss Craig Tiley has grand plans for the US Open after hitting the ground running in New York as the new USTA chief executive. AAP · Aug 31
US Open boosts record prize money, rejects revenue-share push The United States Tennis Association has announced record prize money for the US Open. This year's tournament offers a substantial increase in compensation for all participants. However, the USTA is not considering a larger revenue share for players from Grand Slams. New player support programs and advisory councils have been… The Economic Times · Aug 30
Hospitality boom and $100 chicken nuggets: how the US Open became obscenely expensive Record crowds, premium seats and an unchecked resale market are transforming the self-styled people’s slam – and leaving ordinary fans fighting to get through the gates The Guardian - US · Aug 30
Alcaraz back for Tiley's landmark $US100m US Open Spain's Carlos Alcaraz will return to tennis at the US Open after a four-month injury break as organisers, led by Craig Tiley, announced record prize-money. AAP · Aug 20
Carlos Alcaraz to make US Open return after four-month injury layoff The 23-year-old has not played on the ATP Tour since April due to a wrist injury The Independent UK · Aug 20
TEN:Doubles role unlikely for Abdo in new tennis CEO job Leaving the NRL for Tennis Australia, inbound CEO Andrew Abdo appears set to hold different responsibilities to Craig Tiley, who was also Australian Open boss. AAP · May 29
Doubles role unlikely for Abdo in new tennis CEO job Leaving the NRL for Tennis Australia, inbound CEO Andrew Abdo appears set to hold different responsibilities to Craig Tiley, who was also Australian Open boss. AAP · May 29
Cash: Abdo must save heart and soul of Aussie tennis Former Wimbledon champ Pat Cash has painted a grim picture of the state of Australian grass roots tennis that the sport's new boss Andrew Abdo will inherit. AAP · May 25
TEN:'The ultimate': Abdo leaves NRL for Tennis Australia NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo is leaving the code to take up the same role at Tennis Australia and run the Australian Open. AAP · May 25
AAP · May 25 TEN:Abdo steps down in bombshell code swap NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo has confirmed he is leaving the code to take up the same role at Tennis Australia and run the Australian Open.
AAP · May 25 TEN:Abdo stepd down in bombshell code swap NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo has confirmed he is leaving the code to take up the same role at Tennis Australia and run the Australian Open.
AAP · May 25 TEN:Abdo to step down in bombshell code swap Tennis Australia is expected to unveil NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo as Craig Tiley's successor.
AAP · May 25 TEN:Andrew Abdo stands down as NRL chief executive Tennis Australia is expected to unveil NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo as Craig Tiley's successor.
The Guardian - AU · May 25 NRL CEO Andrew Abdo resigns mid-season to take up Tennis Australia role Andrew Abdo has resigned as NRL CEO to take up a role with Tennis Australia
AAP · May 24 TEN:Andrew Abdo quits as NRL boss, joining Tennis Australia Tennis Australia is expected to unveil NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo as Craig Tiley's successor.
AAP · May 24 'The ultimate': Abdo leaves NRL for Tennis Australia NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo is leaving the code to take up the same role at Tennis Australia and run the Australian Open.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 4 Tennis Mailbag: Forecasting a Potential Serena Williams Comeback The plot thickens in a potential return to the court from the 44-year-old Williams. Plus, the equal prize money debate and why the sport is lacking variety in style of play.
AAP · Feb 25 Australian Open to remain the 'Happy Slam', says Tiley Outgoing Australian Open boss Craig Tiley says he has no plans to try to turn the US Open into the new 'Happy Slam' when he takes over as USTA chief executive.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 25 Craig Tiley departs Australia having indelibly changed the tennis landscape Tiley propelled Australian Open to current heights through limitless ambition and brute force, but a stronger player pipeline would be welcome
The Guardian - AU · Feb 24 Chalmers signals ‘belt tightening’ to come in May budget – as it happened This blog is now closed