Players suggest protests over prize money could extend into US Open
ESPN Tennis • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:21 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Players in the ATP are voicing concerns about their tournament prize money despite improvements in revenue sharing. Ongoing protests regarding the distribution of earnings could continue into the US Open. The discussions highlight the tension between players and tournament organizers over payout structures. Further developments are expected as the US Open approaches.
- •Players report improvements in prize money distribution.
- •Protests regarding earnings distribution are likely to continue.
- •Concerns may affect the US Open later this summer.
- •Discussions highlight ongoing player-organizer tensions.
- 10:53 PMESPN Tennis — Prize money 'better,' but protests may continue
"While bigger shares of revenues are "getting better," several players suggest ongoing protests over their cut of tournament prize money could extend to the US Open.
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