In a recent proposal, Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley has recommended the installation of statues at Melbourne Park to honor tennis icons Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, and Roger Federer. Tiley highlighted Djokovic’s record-breaking ten Australian Open titles as a strong justification for his inclusion in the prestigious tribute.

Tournament director Craig Tiley said that players like Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Serena Williams should be honoured with statues for their contributions to tennis over the years.

Statues of a host of international tennis stars including Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Serena Williams should be built at Melbourne Park to create a unique new attraction, according the Australian Open boss.

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley has given the green light to immortalising Novak Djokovic in statue form at the Melbourne Park

From Madison Keys’ dream run in 2025 to the queen of Melbourne Park Serena Williams, these champions have left their mark at the Down Under. Here’s a look at the five American women who have won the Australian Open in the 21st century, starting from the most recent winner.

Serena Williams congratulates Madison Keys after winning her first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open. The 29-year-old player defeated two-time defending

Coco Gauff joined an elite club by beating Leylah Fernandez at the Australian Open as the 20-year-old emulated her idol Serena Williams in having three consecutive 8-0 starts to the season in the Open Era.

Aryna Sabalenka will look to clinch her third straight Australian Open title when the Belarusian takes on USA’s Madison Keys in Saturday’s final in Melbourne. Sportstar takes a look at top five summit clashes played over the years.

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley has called for Novak Djokovic to be immortalised in statue form at Melbourne Park, despite the Serbian star’s relationship with Aussie fans arguably at a new low.

Novak Djokovic will likely receive a Rafael Nadal-like accolade at Melbourne Park, as Australian Open administrator Craig Tiley has given the go-ahead to immortalize the Serb in statue form.

Serena Williams congratulated Madison Keys on her Australian Open triumph and also stated that it proved she's "one of the best" on the WTA Tour. In a thriller final at Melbourne Park, the 19th-seeded American upset world No. 1 and defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 2-6 7-5.

Madison Keys has become only the 14th woman to win a Grand Slam after saving a match en route to the title with Serena Williams the only player to achieve the feat more than once.