Australia – The Australian Open has named Lipton Ice Tea as its Official Ice Tea partner for the 2026 tournament.
Under the partnership, Lipton Ice Tea will be available at all bars across the Melbourne Park precinct, offering spectators a non-alcoholic beverage option during matches and off-court activities.
“Each year we look to bring new experiences to Melbourne Park that add to the atmosphere of the tournament, and we’re so pleased to welcome Lipton Ice Tea for 2026,” Cedric Cornelis, Tennis Australia’s chief commercial officer said.
“Their presence across the precinct will offer attendees a refreshing way to enjoy their time at the AO.”
As part of the collaboration, Lipton Ice Tea will introduce a dedicated fan space at TOPCOURT called Lipton Island. The area is designed as a themed relaxation zone featuring a terrazzo bar, shaded seating, palms and umbrellas, and is positioned as a place for fans to take a break between matches.
The centrepiece of Lipton Island will be a custom-built bar serving a range of exclusive iced tea drinks developed specifically for the Australian Open and available only at TOPCOURT.
Gabby Manu, Lipton’s brand manager, said “We’re thrilled to be the Official Ice Tea of the Australian Open for the very first time, bringing icy-cold refreshment, and a no-alcohol TOPCOURT experience designed for Gen Z. We can’t wait to reveal the drinks that everyone will be talking about.”
Beyond the tournament venue, the partnership will also be supported by limited-edition Australian Open Lipton Ice Tea packaging, which will be available nationally in 500ml and 1.5L formats. These products will be backed by in-store activations at Coles and Woolworths.
