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2026 US Open Prize Money - $108 Million on offer in New York

john-eastwood
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Last updated: Fri 21 Aug 2026 11:26
The 2026 US Open will set a new benchmark in professional tennis, offering a record $108 million in prize money, up 20% from 2025. Singles winners will claim $5.5 million each, while first-round losers receive $140,000. Even players eliminated in the first round of qualifying get $32,000. There's also a new $2 million Player Support Program. USTA leadership calls this a significant investment in player opportunity and platform value, reinforcing the US Open’s top-tier status for athletes and partners.
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  • The 2026 US Open prize money is $108 million
  • A new Player Support Program has been introduced
  • Singles winners in New York earn $5.5 million each
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The 2026 US Open prize money has been announced and will be the largest in professional tennis history.

The $108 million on offer is a 20% increase from 2025 and includes a new Player Support Program valued at $2 million.

The singles winners in New York claim $5.5 million each and first round losers will collect $140,000. Players that lose in the first round of qualifying receive $32,000.

United States Tennis Association Craig Tiley commented on the announcement: "This is a significant first step in a multi-year investment in athletes as the US Open continues to be the best economic opportunity for players and the most valuable platform in tennis for players, fans and partners."

2026 US Open Singles Doubles Mixed Doubles
Winner $5,500,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000
Runner-up $2,800,000 $500,000 $500,000
Semifinalist $1,450,000 $250,000 $250,000
Quarterfinalist $780,000 $125,000 $120,000
Fourth Round $480,000 n/a n/a
Third Round $290,000 $80,000 n/a
Second Round $190,000 $50,000 n/a
First Round $140,000 $35,000 $40,000
Q3 $66,000 n/a n/a
Q2 $48,000 n/a $20,000
Q1 $32,000 n/a $10,000

2026 US Open Prize Money FAQ

  • How much is the 2026 US Open prize money?

    The 2026 US Open prize money is $108,000,000.

  • How much do the winners earn at the 2026 US Open?

    The 2026 US Open singles winners earn $5,500,000 each.

  • How much do first round losers get at the 2026 US Open?

    Players knocked out in the 2026 US Open first round will receive $140,000.

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John Eastwood

Sports Editor • 20+ years betting experience

Graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2008 with a BA in English Literature before completing MA in Journalism. Began his career as a sports journalist in London before moving to the Middle East to work as a sports editor for national media companies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Favourite Sports: Tennis, Boxing, Golf.


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