Australian Open Announces Record-Breaking £55 Million Prize Fund for 2026
Tournament offers largest purse in history with significant increases for early-round losers.
The 2026 Australian Open will feature a record £55 million ($70 million) prize fund, the largest in the tournament's history. Organizers confirmed the purse for the first Grand Slam of the year, which begins January 19, 2026 in Melbourne. The increases particularly benefit players eliminated in early rounds, with first-round losers receiving a 10% increase to approximately £45,000. Both men's and women's champions will earn around £2.4 million, while total player compensation has risen 15% year-over-year. This boost comes as top contenders like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner prepare to compete for the title.
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