TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Mandopop star Jay Chou (周杰倫) exited the Australian Open's 1-Point Slam Wednesday afternoon (Jan. 14) without hitting a single ball. Australian practice player Petar Jovic, 24, eliminated Chou after winning serve rights through rock-paper-scissors and delivering a decisive serve. The unique exhibition format pits amateur players against professionals with serve rights determined by the hand game.
Chou confidently entered the court sporting sunglasses but lost serve rights when Jovic's paper beat his rock in the hand game. Jovic delivered a decisive serve, ending the match before Chou could swing his racket. Chou humorously noted on social media his role on the sidelines was signing autographs for fans at the event.
Chou shared a lighthearted take on the experience, stating the outcome matched his expectations since he never touched the ball. He joked he needs to practice rock-paper-scissors alongside his court skills after failing to earn serve rights in the competition. Chou posted photos of fans requesting autographs during his brief appearance at the Australian Open event. ◼
