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US Open Pays Record Prizes to Players | Auckland News
The US Open just shattered tennis history with a record $108 million prize pool—equivalent to $182 million in NZ currency—and it’s not just about the cash. Top stars like Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka have been vocal about fair pay, and new USTA CEO Craig Tiley is doubling down, calling it his core mission. Singles champions now walk away with $5.5 million each—a 10% jump—and even first-round losers get $140K, up 27%. That’s not all: players also snag $2,500 Uber vouchers and $1,000 American Express credit. The USTA is clearly sending a message: this tournament is player-first, and…
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