Grand slams create player advisory council to address prize money dispute

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:49 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Grand slams create player advisory council to address prize money dispute
Summary

The grand slam tournaments have agreed to form a Player Advisory Council aimed at resolving an 18-month dispute over prize money. The decision may be officially announced alongside the US Open’s inauguration of a prize pool exceeding $100 million. This development is part of ongoing efforts to improve player relations and financial transparency.

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  • Grand slams finalize plans for a formal Player Advisory Council.
  • Agreement could be announced during the US Open prize money reveal.
  • US Open prize money is expected to surpass $100 million.
  • The prize money dispute has lasted for 18 months.
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Move could be confirmed along with $100m US Open pot Slams have been in dispute with players for 18 months The grand slam tennis tournaments have agreed to establish a formal Player Advisory Council in a joint move aimed at defusing the ongoing row over prize money. The Guardian has learned that an agreement on the joint venture has been reached and could be confirmed on Wednesday as part of US Tennis Association’s announcement of this year’s US Open prize money, which sources involved expect to top $100m (£74m) for the first time. Continue reading...

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