When did Rod Laver Arena open and how much did it cost to build?
Rod Laver Arena opened on the 11th of January 1988 for the Australian Open. Construction by Civil & Civic began in 1985 and was completed in 1987 at a cost of AU$94 million.
Questions about Rod Laver Arena
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Why is Rod Laver Arena named after Rod Laver?
The arena was renamed on the 16th of January 2000 to honour Rod Laver, a three-time winner of the Australian Open and widely regarded as the best tennis player of his generation. It had previously been known as the National Tennis Centre at Flinders Park and then Centre Court.
What is the seating capacity of Rod Laver Arena?
Rod Laver Arena has a standard seating capacity of 14,820. For sports such as basketball, where extra seats are added around the court, capacity rises to 15,400. For concerts with floor seating, it holds up to 14,200.
Who holds the record for most shows performed at Rod Laver Arena?
Pink holds the record with 53 shows across all her tours. Her 18-show run during the Truth About Love Tour in 2013 broke her own previous record of 17 shows from the Funhouse Tour in 2009.
What is the all-time attendance record at Rod Laver Arena?
The record attendance is 16,183, set on the 18th of November 2007 for a Justin Timberlake concert during his FutureSex/LoveShow tour.
Was Rod Laver Arena the first venue in the world to have a retractable roof?
Rod Laver Arena was the first tennis venue in the world and the first arena of any kind in Australia to have a retractable roof installed. The idea came from Victorian Premier John Cain around 1980.