US Open 2025: New York Grand Slam breaks records with $90 million

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24 August - 7 September 2025, New York

The last tennis Grand Slam of the season arrives with historic records. The 145th edition of the US Open starts on Sunday, August 24, at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center with a record prize fund of $90 million, representing a 20 percent year-over-year increase.

Record prize money

Financial rewards have reached new heights. Singles winners will receive $5 million (39% increase), with finalists earning $2.5 million. Even first-round losses are better compensated - $110,000 represents a ten percent increase.

The main singles competition budget amounts to $31.62 million, confirming the US Open as one of the world's most lucrative tournaments.

Format innovations

For the first time in history, the tournament lasts 15 days with a Sunday start. The first women's final will take place on Saturday, September 6, with the men's final traditionally on Sunday. Mixed doubles was moved to qualifying week and reduced to 16 pairs.

Star defenses

Aryna Sabalenka as world number one and defending champion will lead the women's field. She faces challenges from Iga Świątek, the 2022 champion, and home hope Coco Gauff, the 2023 winner.

At 45, Venus Williams continues to compete at the highest level, representing incredible longevity in professional tennis.

In men's singles, Jannik Sinner defends as world number one while recovering from illness. Carlos Alcaraz arrives as a two-time 2025 Grand Slam champion, while Novak Djokovic seeks his record 25th Grand Slam title.

Technical innovations

The tournament utilizes cutting-edge technology including Hawk-Eye system on all courts and electronic line calling with real-time recorded announcements. The main courts Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium and Grandstand Stadium offer top-class conditions.

International context

As the 145th edition and 58th in the Open Era, it represents the last Grand Slam of 2025. Stacey Allaster concludes her tenure as the first woman tournament director. Russian and Belarusian players compete without national flags due to the invasion of Ukraine.

ESPN holds exclusive US broadcast rights under a 2015-2026 contract worth $825 million.

Photo source: WTA

More information:24live.com

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