Players move push for pay and reforms into new Grand Slam council

Top tennis players announced on Monday they would no longer publicly push for more influence and financial benefits from the four Grand Slam tournaments. Instead, they will work through a new Player Advisory Council to achieve their goals. In March 2025, players launched their campaign demanding a stronger voice in Grand Slam decision-making, improved player welfare funding, and a larger share of tournament revenues.

This year, players shortened pre-tournament media duties at the French Open and Wimbledon as a protest, and the Grand Slams have increased prize money due to pressure from the group. The players stated that forming the council and making progress toward their key objectives was a significant step forward. Although the council fell short of achieving their target of receiving 22% of tournament revenues by 2030, prize money has risen significantly since the campaign started.

The Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and U.S. Open prize pools reached $79.92 million, $71.56 million, $86.79 million, and a record $108 million, respectively. The French Open also proposed linking payouts to tournament profits. Players welcomed the U.S. Open's commitment of $2 million toward player welfare, hoping the contribution would grow over time.

The players expressed hope the council would continue pursuing the remaining objectives and reserved the right to restart the campaign if the council fails to deliver.