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Why is the Australian Open Court speed so low this year?

From my observations, the Australian Open Court speed has noticeably dropped this year. The main reason for this is the change in court surface, which has been switched to a slower pace to promote longer rallies and a more strategic style of play. The cooler weather conditions also contribute to the decrease in speed as the ball doesn't bounce as high or travel as fast. This has been a major talking point among players who are having to adjust their games accordingly. It's definitely a change that's stirred up the tournament this year.

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