Archive · 7 Aug 2025
US Open Increases Prize Money, Singles Champions to Earn $5M
The US Open tennis tournament is giving out more money than ever!
In 2025, the total amount of money given to players will be about $85 million.
The winners of the men's and women's singles will each get $5 million, which is a record.
The total amount of money available to players will be $90 million, which is a 20% increase.
The US Open will start on August 24, with the mixed doubles event starting on August 19-20.
The US Open 2025 prize money will total $85 million across all competitions.
Men's and women's singles champions will each receive a record $5 million.
Total player compensation, including costs, will reach $90 million, a 20% increase.
The US Open begins August 24, with a new mixed doubles event starting August 19-20.
Singles champions will receive a 39% increase from last year's $3.6 million.
- Who
- US Open organizers and tennis players.
- What
- The US Open is increasing its prize money and overall compensation for players.
- When
- The 2025 US Open.
- Where
- Flushing Meadows.
- Why
- To provide increased compensation to players.
Tennis Players
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Player Demands
Tennis Players
Sought greater revenue share and say in decisions.
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- Total Prize Money (2025)
- $85 million
- Singles Champion Prize
- $5 million (each)
- Total Player Compensation
- $90 million
- Singles Start Date
- August 24
- Mixed Doubles Start Date
- August 19-20
Sources
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