Tennis

Australia vs Great Britain

Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers

Date

Thursday 9 to Friday 10 April 2026

12:00 pm


Venue

John Cain Arena

    The best are back in Melbourne for the Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers tie – country versus country, with national pride on the line.

    This is your chance to see the best of Australia take on the might of Great Britain at John Cain Arena this April, and the stakes couldn’t be higher with a coveted spot in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals on the line.

    Be there these school holidays for an epic clash between Australia and Great Britain!

    Running Times
    • Gates Open: 11:00 am
      • Gate 6 (via Western Plaza)
      • Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard)
      • Gate 8 (via Eastern Plaza)
    • Start Time: 12:00 pm
    • Event Concludes: TBC

    Note: Times are approx. and subject to change without notice.

    Important Event Information
    • There are several options for your journey to John Cain Arena:
      • Public transport is the quickest and easiest option. Before you attend, plan ahead and allow extra travel time for any major disruptions.
      • Parking is available at the Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard). We strongly recommend pre-booking as drive-up spaces are subject to availability. Bookings close at midnight the night before the event. 
        • Note: Accessible parking must be pre-booked via Ticketek. We strongly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment. 
    • To ensure a smooth entry into the venue, download your tickets to your digital wallet before arriving.
    • Bags must be able to fit under a seat, and a limit of one bag per person applies. 
    • Cloaking is available via the Information Desk (Gates 6 and 8). Any prohibited items listed in the venue Conditions of Entry will not be accepted for cloaking.
    • All retail outlets are cashless. Any transactions must be made using a credit or debit card.
    • If you have purchased a VIP package, the event promoter will be in contact with details regarding your experience.

    Note: Events may contain sequences of flashing lights, lasers, strobes, haze and pyrotechnics which may affect photosensitive guests, and those with other medical conditions. 

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    Billie Jean King Cup

    The Billie Jean King Cup stands as the world’s premier international team competition in women’s tennis, uniting nations in high-stakes, elite-level sport. Governed by the International Tennis Federation, the tournament brings together top-ranked players to represent their countries across qualifying ties and a global Finals stage. Formerly known as the Fed Cup, the competition was renamed to honour Billie Jean King and her impact on equality in sport.

    Nations compete across regional groups and knockout rounds, building momentum toward the championship title. The event showcases world-class talent, fierce rivalries and national pride, attracting global audiences each year. With decades of history and a modern, dynamic format, the Billie Jean King Cup continues to elevate women’s tennis on the international stage.

    Australian women's tennis players featured in promotional artwork.