Permanent structures and enhanced hospitality at Melbourne Park are essential to compete with the major tournaments, with Tiley pointing to Wimbledon, Roland Garros, and the US Open renovations as benchmarks.

Tiley defends his handling of Novak Djokovic’s deportation saga, saying his actions would be the same and that Djokovic would have played if not blocked by the minister.

As Tiley moves to become US Tennis Association CEO, he says government-relations will be Andrew Abdo’s biggest challenge and advocates treating Tennis Australia as an integrated organization, possibly keeping the Open as its flagship event.

Tiley discusses the grand slam revenue-share dispute, acknowledging players’ push for up to 22% of profits by 2030 but arguing for sustainable, business‑driven increases.

Tiley cannot confirm Serena Williams’s participation in the US Open, but believes she is likely to play based on her Wimbledon showing and his wish to see her compete again.

He applauds Alex de Minaur’s decision to participate in Wimbledon protests as an adult choice and emphasizes a measured approach to pay rises and facility improvements across the sport.

Tiley says he never feared losing his job and notes he faced personal criticism and threats during the deportation controversy.

The Australian Open’s future depends on securing permanent Melbourne Park infrastructure, with Tiley urging immediate action to deter poaching by other venues and to attract sponsors and fans.