US Open Unveils Record Prize Fund, Boosts Player Welfare

The US Open is set to offer the largest prize fund in Grand Slam history, with a total of $108 million available, marking a significant 20% increase from the previous year. The champions of the singles tournaments will each receive $5.5 million, a 10% rise from last year's figures.

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The US Open will offer the biggest prize fund in Grand Slam history with a total of $108 million (£79.2m) on offer – marking a 20% increase on last year.

Even players eliminated in the first round will see a substantial boost, taking home $140,000, which is $30,000 or 27% more than they received last year. The overall prize pool also includes a $2 million contribution designated for a player welfare fund, a key demand from leading players across all Grand Slam events.

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First-round losers will take home $140,000 (£102,667) – which is $30,000 and 27% more than last year.

In a joint announcement, the four Grand Slam tournaments revealed the establishment of a Grand Slam Player Council. This initiative addresses another primary request from players, some of whom had previously limited media appearances at the French Open and Wimbledon to protest their grievances.

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The prize pool includes a $2m (£1.47m) contribution to a welfare fund, which leading players have been demanding from all the Grand Slams.

Players have also called for each Grand Slam to allocate 16% of its revenue to prize money, with a target of 22% by 2030. While the US Open may have reached this target, the U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) has yet to release its financial statement for 2025, which is expected before the main draw begins. Player representatives have not yet reviewed these figures.

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The four Grand Slam tournaments have also jointly announced the formation of a Grand Slam Player Council.