The 90th Australian Open saw Thomas Johansson claim his only Grand Slam title and Jennifer Capriati defend her women's singles crown before 518,248 spectators.
Key Facts
- Edition
- 90th Australian Open
- Dates
- 14–27 January 2002
- Attendance
- 518,248 spectators
- Men's singles champion
- Thomas Johansson (first Grand Slam title)
- Women's singles champion
- Jennifer Capriati (defended title)
- New sponsor
- Kia Motors (replacing Ford)
By the Numbers
Location
Cause → Event → Consequence
Defending men's champion Andre Agassi withdrew from the tournament before play began due to a wrist injury, leaving the men's draw open for other contenders to compete for the title.
The 2002 Australian Open was contested on outdoor hard courts at Melbourne Park from 14 to 27 January 2002. Thomas Johansson defeated his opponents to claim the men's singles title, while Jennifer Capriati successfully defended her women's singles title by beating three-time champion Martina Hingis in the final.
Johansson's victory remained his only Grand Slam title, making it one of the more unexpected men's results of the era. Kia Motors began a long-running sponsorship of the tournament this year, replacing Ford as the event's automotive partner.
Result
at Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia