US Open offers biggest prize fund in Grand Slam history

The US Open is set to offer the largest prize fund in the history of the Grand Slam tournaments with a total of $108 million (£79.2 million) up for grabs, marking a 20% increase from the previous year. The singles champions will receive $5.5 million (£4.03 million) each, a 10% rise from 2025. First-round losers will take home $140,000 (£102,667), a $30,000 and 27% increase from the previous year.

A $2 million (£1.47 million) contribution to a welfare fund, which players have long demanded, is also part of the prize pool. The four Grand Slam tournaments have jointly announced the formation of a Grand Slam Player Council, a key request from players, to address their grievances and discuss player welfare. The council's exact framework is yet to be decided, but players will have the opportunity to discuss specific prize money concerns directly with the Grand Slam in question.

The US Open has potentially met the 16% revenue allocation target for prize money, with 10% growth on the $559.7 million (£410.5 million) generated in revenue in 2024, resulting in $98.5 million in prize money. The U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) is expected to publish its financial statement before the start of the main draw.