Friday, August 8, 2025 - The 2025 US Open is set to become the most lucrative tennis tournament in history, with total prize money surpassing $90 million. Tournament organizers announced Wednesday that this year’s men’s and women’s singles champions will each take home $5 million — a 39% increase from last year’s $3.6 million.
Overall, the prize purse marks a 20% boost from the 2024
total of $75 million. Substantial pay raises have also been announced for
players reaching the later rounds:
Singles finalists: $2.5 million (up 26%)
Semifinalists: $1.26 million (up 26%)
Quarterfinalists: $660,000 (up 25%)
For the first time, winners of the men’s, women’s, and mixed
doubles will each receive $1 million per team.
This announcement follows a reported letter from top players
urging the four Grand Slam tournaments — including the US Open — to increase
prize money. In response, US Open officials said they were committed to raising
payouts across all rounds, not just for top players, ensuring
"double-digit percentage increases from 2024 in all rounds of all
events."
Additionally, $5 million has been allocated for player
expenses. This includes a $1,000 travel stipend per player and accommodations,
either two rooms at the official hotel or $600 per day for alternative lodging.
Qualifiers begin August 18, with the main singles draws
running from August 24 to September 7.
This year’s tournament introduces a bold new format for
mixed doubles. Now scheduled for August 19 and 20 — before the main draw begins
— the revamped event features high-profile pairings such as: Carlos Alcaraz
& Emma Raducanu, Jannik Sinner & Emma Navarro, Casper Ruud & Iga
Świątek, Aryna Sabalenka & Grigor Dimitrov
The change aims to draw more fan attention and give
broadcasters a marquee showcase ahead of singles play. The USTA says it wants
to “elevate mixed doubles” and reduce schedule conflicts for star players
However, not everyone is on board. Defending champions Sara
Errani and Andrea Vavassori criticized the format as a “pseudo-exhibition” that
“disrespects an entire category of players.”
Half of the 16-team draw will be composed of wild cards,
while the other half is based on combined singles rankings.
The USTA maintains the shift will “spotlight the
competition” and help grow the sport by engaging more fans.
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