U.S. Open Has Record Prize Money but Pushes Back on Revenue-Share Model
The increase includes a Grand Slam-record $5.5 million for singles champions and a new player support program.
- On Sunday in Flushing, N.Y., the United States Tennis Association launched the U.S. Open with a record-breaking $108 million prize pool, answering player demands for greater compensation.
- This year's compensation marks a 44% jump from $75 million in 2024, exceeding last year's $90 million and ensuring every main draw participant earns at least $140,000.
- While players target a 22% revenue share by 2030, USTA CEO Craig Tiley said Saturday that revenue-based calculations are "fairly arbitrary" and rejected the proposal.
- The newly formed Grand Slam Player Advisory Council aims to improve communication, though WTA Players' Council member Pegula told Front Office Sports that revenue sharing remains a priority.
- Tiley emphasized the organization's commitment to player relationships, stating, "We think, again, the voice of the players, we believe, is important," as negotiations continue.
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The US Open has increased the total prize money budget by 20 percent compared to 2025. This pleases star Aryna Sabalenka, who has long been clamoring for a larger share of the profits for the players.
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Times of IndiaUS Open boosts record prize money, rejects revenue-share push
The United States Tennis Association has announced record prize money for the US Open. This year's tournament offers a substantial increase in compensation for all participants. However, the USTA is not considering a larger revenue share for players from Grand Slams. New player support programs and advisory councils have been positively received by athletes.
Back on the courts after a long recovery from a right wrist injury, Carlos Alcaraz will naturally be among the favorites at the 2026 US Open. The 2026 US Open is shaping up to be the most generous edition in tennis history. The New York tournament, which begins this Sunday, will distribute $108 million in prize money this year, a 20% increase compared to the $90 million awarded in 2025. In two years, the total prize money will have increased by …
U.S. Open has record prize money but pushes back on revenue-share model - Regional Media News
By Field Level Media Aug 30 (Field Level Media) - The United States Tennis Association has answered player demands for greater compensation with record-breaking prize money at the U.S. Open that starts on Sunday in Flushing, N.Y. The creation of a new player support program [...]
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