- Animated coverage has video figures using real-time data
- Action also has commentary in push for more online fans
The proposition is compelling: near-live, commentated coverage of the Australian Open, free to anyone across the world via YouTube, enhanced via a stream of comments from a like-minded online community.
Put like that, it’s no surprise a project called AO Animated has taken off at this year’s grand slam tournament at Melbourne Park. The catch? The players, ball and court are all computer-generated.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/jan/14/australian-open-avatars-helping-tennis-reach-new-audience
Author : Jack Snape at Melbourne Park
Publish date : 2025-01-14 14:00:52
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