The US Open has set a new record with a massive prize pool of $90 million, increasing from last year’s $75 million. This year’s tournament has Aryna Sabalenka triumphant in the women’s singles, seizing a payout of $5 million after defeating Amanda Anisimova.
- “This shows the tournament’s commitment to growth and recognition of the players’ efforts,” commented Sabalenka after her victory.
The two leading men’s players, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, will vie for the championship on Sunday, with the winner securing the same $5 million prize.
Prize Breakdown
The current prize package for both men’s and women’s singles is reported as follows:
| Round | Prize Money | Men’s Finish | Women’s Finish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champion | $5,000,000 | (incumbent) | Aryna Sabalenka |
| Finalist | $2,500,000 | Amanda Anisimova | |
| Semifinalist | $1,260,000 | Novak Djokovic, Felix Auger-Aliassime | Jessica Pegula, Naomi Osaka |
| Quarterfinalist | $660,000 | Taylor Fritz, Alex de Minaur | Iga Swiatek, Karolina Muchova |
| Round of 16 | $400,000 | Andrey Rublev, Alexander Bublik | Coco Gauff, Elena Rybakina |
The prize structure ensures a significant payout even for early rounds, with players receiving $110,000 just to participate.
