US Open Sets $108 Million Prize Record but Resists Revenue Sharing

The US Open is offering a record $108 million in prize money, including $5.5 million for each singles champion and at least $140,000 for every main-draw player.

The increase responds to sustained pressure from leading players, but the United States Tennis Association continues to reject a formal revenue-sharing model. Players are seeking a 22% share by 2030, alongside improved pensions and welfare support.

The dispute is about more than headline prizes. It concerns how the sport distributes growing commercial income across the wider professional field, including players who carry substantial travel and coaching costs without deep tournament runs.

Reporting basis: NewsRena Editorial Desk review of reporting by Reuters.