US Open Prize Money Hits Record $5.5M
2026 US Open champions will receive record $5.5 million as tournament purse increases 20% to $108 million.
The update
The 2026 US Open is setting new financial records in tennis. The men’s and women’s singles champions will each receive $5.5 million, the highest payout in Grand Slam history. The overall prize pool has increased by 20% to $108 million across all competitions. This marks a 44% increase in the total prize pool since 2024, positioning the US Open as the highest-paying tennis tournament in the world.
Why it matters
This significant jump in prize money highlights tennis’s growing financial power and sets a new benchmark for the sport. The record payouts are expected to attract even greater talent to future tournaments, as the financial rewards for competing at the highest level continue to rise.
What to watch
With Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton facing off on the men’s side, and Aryna Sabalenka meeting Elena Rybakina in the women’s final, all eyes will be on whether these record payouts will further elevate the sport’s competitive landscape.
Sources
- FTW Outdoors — prize money breakdown and tournament details
- cbssports.com — record purse increase and specific payout figures
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