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Awarded for Outstanding achievements for Australian tennis First awarded December 3, 2010; 6 years ago (2010-12-03) | ||
The Newcombe Medal, Australian Tennis Awards celebrates and recognises the performances, achievements and contributions made by members of the tennis family each year. The awards are named after Australian tennis legend, John Newcombe. The awards are presented annually at an event in the latter months of the year, the inaugural year was 2010.
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Newcombe Medal
The Newcombe Medal is awarded to Australia's most outstanding elite tennis player for the year. Nominees for the award are selected by an esteemed panel of Australian champions and highly respected individuals in the tennis community. The award is named in honour of the achievements of Australian tennis legend John Newcombe.
Female Junior Athlete of the Year Award
Junior athlete of the year is awarded to the player 18 years and under that is ranked number 1 in their age group (ATP/WTA/ITF/AR), has demonstrated a record of playing for Australia in teams events and has displayed a positive attitude at all times.
Male Junior Athlete of the Year Award
Junior athlete of the year is awarded to the player 18 years and under that is ranked number 1 in their age group (ATP/WTA/ITF/AR), has demonstrated a record of playing for Australia in teams events and has displayed a positive attitude at all times.
Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability
Most Outstanding Athlete with a Disability is awarded to the player ranked in the top 10, participated in at least one Grand Slam (including the Australian Tennis Championships), has demonstrated a record of playing for Australia in teams events and has displayed a positive attitude at all times.