In late January, you’d be hard pressed not to hear the familiar sound of tennis rackets whacking the heck out of tennis balls a-plenty.
An annual thrill, every year people from all over the world descend on Melbourne for the spectacle that is the Australian Open – and if the coverage isn’t playing in the background of any given home/office/pub, is it really an Aussie summer?
It’s not just your everyday event. Along with the world’s most talented tennis players, a slew of celebrities also get on board the undeniably addictive Grand Slam train Down Under.
This year, we’ve been treated to a star-studded line-up.
While some celebrities like to keep a low profile, blending into the crowds in the stands, there’s no mistaking when one is finally spotted.
It’s like a real-life game of Where’s Wally – arguably funner too…
So with that being said, let’s take a look at all the stars who’ve slipped into this year’s tournament to check out the competition (and Nadal’s biceps, of course…).
Keep scrolling for all the celebrity off-court action.
WATCH: For all the Rafa fans out there, here’s a quick clip of the King of Clay winning a game against world number two, Novak Djokovic. Gallery begins after video…
Rebel Wilson
Actress Rebel Wilson cheered on fellow Aussie Ash Barty as she took on Sofia Kenin in the semi-finals. Ash was defeated by the talented US player, but her efforts were gallant to say the least.
Eric Bana Federer Djok
Aussie-turned Hollywood screen legend Eric Bana came for the Federer v Djokovic showdown.
Magda Szubanski
Magda Szubanski was riveted as the semi final match between Ash Barty and Sofia Kenin took place.
Karl & Jasmin
Karl Stefanovic (left), his daughter Ava (centre) and pregnant wife Jasmine Yarbrough (right) were all smiles as they watched a game unfold on day three.
Karl & Jasmin
But we don’t think it was the game that made the Today host belly laugh like there was no tomorrow…
Rod Laver
Aussie tennis legend Rod Laver was snapped watching the game he conquered with a cheeky beverage.
LLeyton and Cruz Hewitt
From one tennis pro to another, Lleyton Hewitt was spotted getting into the atmosphere with his 11-year-old son Cruz Hewitt – who’s also en route to becoming a pro himself! They were watching fellow Aussie John Millman take on France’s Ugo Humbert.
Lleyton Hewitt
Now retired, Lleyton remains a regular at the annual tournament.
Sarah Jane Roza
MAFS star Sarah Roza got her selfie on in-between the on-court action.
Oracene Price
Mother to the legendary Serena and Venus Williams, Oracene Price was spotted staying hydrated between sets.
Nathan Buckley
Aussie Rules icon Nathan Buckley contemplated the game intently during a whirlwind match between Nick Kyrgios and Rafael Nadal.
Sean Paul
And now for something a little unexpected, rapper Sean Paul was also spotted watching the Nadal / Kyrgios match (in between checking up on Instagram, of course). The singer is in town to perform alongside fellow singer Shaggy.
Australia chef Shannon Bennett
Aussie chef Shannon Bennett was spotted during the tense game. Nadal managed to conquer Kyrgios in four sets.
Dave Hughes
Comedian Dave Hughes was looking rather stressed in the crowds – here’s hoping he was a Nadal fan in the end!
