US Open 2025 Sets New Standard with $90 Million Prize Pool

The upcoming 2025 US Open in New York is set to make history with a total prize pool of $90 million (INR 785 crore). This represents a significant 20% increase compared to the previous year. The US Open’s financial commitment outstrips that of its Grand Slam counterparts – Wimbledon, the Australian Open, and the French Open. The singles champions will each be awarded $5 million (INR 43.6 crore). In the 2024 edition, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka earned $3.6 million (INR 31.39 crore) each. The winners of the doubles events will receive $1 million (INR 8.72 crore) per team. The breakdown of prize money per round is: First Round – $110,000; Second Round – $154,000; Third Round – $237,000; Round of 16 – $400,000; Quarterfinals – $660,000; Semifinals – $1,260,000; Runner-up – $2,500,000; Champion – $5,000,000. With the significant increase in prize money, the 2025 US Open is positioned to be an exceptionally competitive tournament, attracting the world’s top tennis talent.