Craig Tiley, director of the Australian Open, dismissed claims of worsening crowd behavior at Melbourne Park, stating that overall disruptions remain consistent with previous years despite record-breaking attendance figures. While players like Novak Djokovic noted alcohol consumption as a factor for rowdy fans, Tiley maintained that with over a million attendees, isolated instances of poor behavior are inevitable. He praised the Australian crowd as among the most educated and enjoyable, emphasizing the positive energy they bring to the experience. Additionally, the tournament has implemented bars and improved entry wait times to enhance fan engagement.
The Australian Open has introduced courtside bars in an effort to draw a wider pool of fans. Photograph: AAP Long queues have become part of the Australian Open experience, particularly on busy days as tens of thousands of patrons seek entry to courts and wait for food and drinks. Tiley said Tennis Australia has managed to reduce the wait for entry this year. It was...
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