US Open organizers set record prize purse of 108 million dollars for 2026

The 2026 US Open enters its final stages in Flushing, New York, with tournament officials announcing a record total prize purse of 108 million dollars. This figure represents a 20 percent increase over the previous year, securing the event's status as the highest-paying tournament in tennis. Champions of the men's and women's singles draws are set to receive 5.5 million dollars each, surpassing the 5 million dollar payouts collected by Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka in 2025. Every participant in the 128-player singles fields earns at least 140,000 dollars, with payouts scaling based on round advancement. Quarterfinalists are guaranteed 780,000 dollars, while semifinalists earn 1.45 million dollars. Doubles champions will receive 1 million dollars per team. The total prize money for the competition has grown 44 percent since 2024 as the U.S. Open continues to scale its financial offerings.

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