A tribunal has ruled against Tennis Australia in a case involving match officials Simon Cannavan and Karen Mak, who claimed they were terminated for raising concerns about bullying and favoritism within the organization. Their memberships were revoked last October, preventing them from officiating at major tournaments, including the Australian Open. The tribunal's decision allows them to pursue legal claims against Tennis Australia, rejecting the organization's argument that their employment had ended after the 2025 Australian summer of tennis. Commissioner Leyla Yilmaz found that Cannavan and Mak had ongoing employment relationships with Tennis Australia, as evidenced by various contractual obligations and policies. The officials alleged a culture of fear within the organization, which Tennis Australia has disputed. The ruling poses a challenge for Tennis Australia's incoming CEO Andrew Abdo, who will inherit the ongoing legal matter. In contrast, Tennis Australia executives receive high salaries, with the outgoing CEO earning $2 million annually, highlighting disparities in pay within the organization.