Jannik Sinner tops earnings among tennis players ahead of U.S. Open

The highest-paid tennis players of the past year have been revealed by Forbes, with Jannik Sinner leading the list at an estimated $58 million in total earnings. Sinner's on-court prize money totals $23 million, the highest ever recorded for the list, despite being sidelined by a knee injury. Carlos Alcaraz follows closely with $53.7 million, including $38 million from off-court ventures. Serena Williams ranks third, earning $40.1 million, mostly from endorsements, despite limited play this year. This year’s earnings bumped the list's cutoff to $17.4 million, indicating a growing financial in women's tennis. The U.S. Open begins Sunday, with Sinner already confirmed to miss the tournament.

• 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — The World’s Highest-Paid Tennis Players 2026