The US Open is making history in 2025 with a record-breaking $90 million total prize pool. The winners of the men’s and women’s singles event will receive $5 million each, this is the biggest payout ever on tour.
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Singles: Massive Payouts for Champions and Contenders
Both the men’s and women’s singles events deliver substantial rewards:
| Round | Prize Money (per player) |
|---|---|
| Champion | $5,000,000 |
| Runner-up | $2,500,000 |
| Semifinalists | $1,260,000 |
| Quarterfinalists | $660,000 |
| Round of 16 | $400,000 |
| Round of 32 | $237,000 |
| Round of 64 | $154,000 |
| Round of 128 (First Round) | $110,000 |
| Qualifying Round 3 | $57,200 |
| Qualifying Round 2 | $41,800 |
| Qualifying Round 1 | $27,500 |
The singles champion prize of $5 million represents a 39% increase from the approximately $3.6 million awarded in 2024 to Jannik Sinner when he defeated Taylor Fritz in the final, (6–3, 6–4, 7–5).
Runners-up also see a 39% rise, reaching $2.5 million. First-round exits in the main draw take home $110,000, a 10% jump from last year.
Doubles (Men’s and Women’s): Teams’ Shares Increase Sharply
- Champions (per team): $1,000,000
- Runners-up: $500,000
- Semifinalists: $250,000
- Quarterfinalists: $125,000
- Round of 16: $75,000
- Round of 32: $45,000
- Round of 64: $30,000
This marks a significant leap from the 2024 rewards, where doubles champions earned $750,000 per team.
Mixed Doubles: New Format, Higher Stakes
- Champions (per team): $1,000,000
- Runners-up: $400,000
- Semifinalists: $200,000
- Quarterfinalists: $100,000
- Round of 16: $20,000
The 2025 edition introduces a reimagined mixed doubles tournament, held prior to the main singles draw during “Fan Week” (August 19–20), embracing an exciting, fast-paced format and a $1 million winner’s prize, a notable jump from the $200,000 awarded last year.
Broader Context & Player Advocacy Impact
The record-breaking payouts emerge amid a broader push for better player compensation across Grand Slams. The increases are also part of a strategic expansion: 2025’s singles format stretches to 15 days, starting on a Sunday, and precedes with the new mixed doubles event, all reflecting the USTA’s investments, including an $800 million renovation of Arthur Ashe Stadium.
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