US Open offers biggest prize fund in Grand Slam history
Summary
The 2026 US Open tennis tournament will have the largest prize fund ever in Grand Slam history, totaling $108 million. Prize money for players has increased, especially for first-round losers, and a new Grand Slam Player Council will join the four major tennis events to give players a stronger voice.Key Facts
- The total prize money at the 2026 US Open is $108 million, a 20% increase from last year.
- Singles winners will receive $5.5 million each, which is 10% more than in 2025.
- Players who lose in the first round will earn $140,000, up by $30,000 or 27% from last year.
- A $2 million part of the prize money will go into a player welfare fund requested by top players.
- The four Grand Slam tournaments have created a new Player Council to represent players’ interests.
- Player demands include dedicating 16% of tournament revenue to prize money now, rising to 22% by 2030.
- The US Open’s increased prize money appears to meet or exceed player expectations for revenue share.
- Prize money increases focus especially on early rounds and mixed doubles events for better player support.
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