The Australian Open has long been a fixture of Melbourne summers. Whether it’s the sound of matches drifting from the television through the house as we stay up late on a hot night to watch the finals action, or heading to the grounds themselves and soaking up the party atmosphere, the event has become a signature presence in Melburnians’ lives.

In partnership with Piper-Heidsieck, the official champagne of the Australian Open, we’re giving you and a friend the chance to experience this rite of passage up close.

Start with dinner on Tuesday January 24 at Grill Americano, the recently opened fine-diner from Chris Lucas. Arrive at 5pm and get into the mood for the evening’s entertainment in this opulent restaurant, which combines Venetian elegance with New York energy and a kick of Melbourne nostalgia.

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Once you’re suitably full, it’s time to move to centre court at Rod Laver Arena at 7pm to make yourself comfortable in your courtside seats and watch some of the world’s best athletes battle it out in the cool of the evening.

You’ll also get one complimentary glass of award-winning champagne from the Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Bar located at Rod Laver Arena Terrace.

The full prize is valued at $2,950. All you have to do to go in the draw to win is enter your details below.

Competition closed at 12:00 (AEDT) on Wednesday 18 January 2022.

The winner is Matt A.

This article is produced by Broadsheet in partnership with Piper-Heidsieck.