Top players protest prize money allocation at Wimbledon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 2:48 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Top tennis players will continue their protest over prize money at Wimbledon, limiting media appearances. The protest reflects ongoing demands for a higher percentage of tournament revenue, with players asking for 16% to be dedicated to prize money this year, rising to 22% by 2030. Wimbledon recently announced a 20% increase in its prize fund, totaling £64.2 million, but this remains short of players' expectations. The protest is expected to affect key media partners and highlight issues surrounding player welfare, revenue sharing, and scheduling decisions as the tournament begins on June 26.
- •Players limit media duties to 15 minutes during the first week.
- •They demand 16% of Grand Slam revenue for prize money.
- •Wimbledon prize fund increased by 20%, totaling £64.2 million.
- •Consultations on US Open prize money begin next month.
- •Similar protests occurred at the French Open regarding prize distribution.
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Are tennis players right to protest over prize money?
"Leading tennis players will continue their prize money protest at Wimbledon - what are they asking for and are their demands reasonable?
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