Tomic Snr banned from Australian Open

Bernard Tomic will be without his father at the Australian Open after Tennis Australia ruled the controversial parent would be banned from attending the tournament.

John Tomic will be refused tournament accreditation to coach Bernard and Sara, while security will also be on alert to block his entry, News Ltd reported.

Tennis Australia's chief executive Craig Tiley admitted that Tomic Snr's altercation with Bernard's former hitting partner Thomas Drouet had forced their hand in banning him.

Tomic Snr was found guilty of assaulting Drouet outside a Madrid hotel on May 4, receiving a suspended sentence.

The ATP responded to the court case, suspending Tomic Snr from the tour for 12 months.

“John is still under suspension from the ATP and the four grand slam tournaments have an agreement with the ATP to follow and support that organisation’s decision in situations like this,” Tiley said.

“In this situation, there is a ban on John having access to accreditation and we, like the other grand slams, recognise that decision and will uphold it. On that basis, until the suspension is completed (in May), John does not have access to the grand slams.”

Tomic Snr had been given permission to enter some minor tournaments as a spectator.

Tiley admitted that Bernard's trouble with his father had caused problems for Tennis Australia.

“It’s been a difficult situation for John and also for Bernard,” Tiley said.

“John is aware of the implications of what’s happened. He’s abided by the penalties.

“Our primary concern is Bernard’s wellbeing and this is an unfortunate situation for many people.

“I talk with John on occasions about Bernard, but it’s more around Sara’s tennis.”

Earlier this month, Drouet released details of his experience with the fire-brand father, claiming Tomic Snr was aggressive and, at times, abusive to members of Bernard's team.

He detailed his version of events that led to that controversial punch in Spain.