WTA announces equal prize money for Italian Open starting in 2027
ESPN Tennis • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 3:24 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The WTA Tour revealed plans for the Italian Open to offer equal prize money for men and women starting in 2027. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the pursuit of gender equality in sports. The decision is part of a broader commitment by the WTA to ensure parity in compensation at major events. Further details on implementation are expected in the coming months.
- •WTA Tour plans equal prize money at Italian Open by 2027
- •This decision reflects a commitment to gender equality
- •Further details on the initiative will be released later
- 4:17 PMESPN Tennis — WTA to offer equal prize money at Italian Open, other big events in 2027
"The Italian Open will offer women the same amount of total prize money as men in 2027 as part of a "major milestone" initiative from the WTA Tour.
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