The 1940 Australian Championships was a tennis tournament that took place on outdoor Grass courts at the White City Tennis Club, Sydney, Australia from 19 January to 29 January. It was the 33rd edition of the Australian Championships, the 9th held in Sydney, and the first Grand Slam tournament of the year. The singles titles were won by Australians Adrian Quist and Nancye Wynne. Australian Open 1940: January 19–29, 1940 at White City Tennis Club. Men's singles: Adrian Quist — 2nd major title. Women's singles: Nancye Wynne — 2nd major title. Wiki link