U.S. Open Prize Money Sets New Record with Historic Increases

Prize money at the U.S. Open is set to rise to nearly $85 million, with both the women's and men's singles champions each receiving a record $5 million. This marks a 20% increase in total player compensation, making it the largest payout in tennis history.

The U.S. Open is making headlines with a remarkable increase in prize money, reaching nearly $85 million for this year's competitions. This financial boost includes a record $5 million payout for both women's and men's singles champions, a significant leap from previous figures.

The U.S. Tennis Association's announcement comes ahead of the year's last Grand Slam tournament, introducing a new mixed doubles event with a $1 million top prize. This milestone follows pressure from top players like Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff, who advocated for a higher share of tournament revenues.

In addition to the singles winners’ prize bump, runners-up will receive $2.5 million, while semifinalists earn $1.26 million. The U.S. Open's financial commitment, inclusive of singles, doubles, qualifying, and wheelchair events, is the most substantial in the sport's history.