Photography: Georges Antoni

NOTHING BEATS A hot Sunday afternoon on a long weekend. That, and add a prime seat down at Rod Laver Arena for the Australian Open – it’s pure bliss. I first spent the day with Esquire on the second weekend of the grand slam for a delightful luncheon at the Ralph Lauren marquee. With company including actors Daniel Webber, Thomas Cocquerel, Peter Thurnwald, Ben Turland, photographers Jamie Green, Isabella Elordi, the songstress Tina Arena, and more, we were all stylishly kitted out by the American label’s, the AO’s official outfitter, classic wares, as we watched men’s world no. 1 Carlos Alcaraz face off against Tommy Paul.

Below, some of the moments captured in between bites and sets.

Georges Antoni’s photo diary from the 2026 Australian Open

Pre-match feast at the Esquire x Ralph Lauren luncheon.
Isabella Elordi and Jamie Green.
The anticipation was palpable for Tom Paterson.
Ankur Dogra.
Actor Thomas Cocquerel (right).
Peter Thurnwald staying hydrated on a hot Sunday afternoon.
Carlitos.
Actor Daniel Webber.
Ben Turland kept it classic with a cable-knit vest under his jacket.
A diligent ballboy in his official Ralph Lauren gear.
A very Challengers shot.
A sneaky pash post-match.
And it was all quiet again at Rod Laver. Fin.

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