Josh Frydenberg Still Enjoys Tennis

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Donald Trump had the art of the deal. Australia’s treasurer Josh Frydenberg has the art of the tennis deal.

The man who looks after our nation’s purse strings has used his tennis connections to strengthen Australia’s economic ties.

He’s good at it too, securing two of the world’s top tournaments to be held down under for the next decade at least.

It should come as no surprise. Frydenberg is a big tennis fan and has been for years.

He’s been spotted at Wimbledon, the Australian Open and, as it happens, the Laver Cup in Boston last weekend.

The Australian Open deal will see the tournament remain in Melbourne until 2031. The ATP Cup will be held in Australia until 2028.

So, what’s the secret to Frydenberg’s tennis diplomacy?

It’s all about relationships.

Frydenberg has made friends with the people who matter in tennis.

He counts Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal among his personal friends.

He’s also on good terms with Tennis Australia boss Craig Tiley.

These relationships have given Frydenberg a unique insight into the world of tennis.

He knows what the players want, and he knows how to get things done.

It’s a skill that has served Australia well.

Thanks to Frydenberg’s tennis diplomacy, we can look forward to many more years of world-class tennis in Australia.