The deal is the first to combine both Tennis Australia and all state bodies into a sole, nationalised agreement.

It continues an 11-year relationship between Wilson and the Australian Open, with the agreement seeing the company official ball of the first Grand Slam tournament of the year.

Local players are also set to benefit with Wilson and Tennis Australia set to launch at national club ball programme.

The initiative will see Wilson tennis balls be supplied to grassroots clubs and local coaches.

“This extension highlights Wilson’s commitment to grassroots tennis and the importance of innovating to support the industry,” said Ryan Chesney, commercial manager for Wilson Australia

“Working with clubs and coaches is a key business focus for Wilson and the new national club ball programme provides them with access to Australia’s premium tennis ball.

“Connecting valued retail partners remains an integral part of the programme, strengthening local tennis communities.”

Wilson will also continue to be the official ball supplier of the Emirates Australian Open Series and ANZ Tennis Hot Shots.

They also have the same role for the US Open, the final Grand Slam of the year.

Their new tennis balls will feature Australian Open branding from January 1.