Australian Open Announces Record Prize Money of 111.5 Million AUD
Australian Open Announces Record Prize Money of 111.5 Million AUD
Date: January 2026
The organizers of the Australian Open have announced a historic prize money pool for the upcoming tournament, surprising the sports world. The total prize money has been increased to 111.5 million Australian Dollars, the largest in the tournament's history.
This represents a significant 16% increase compared to last year. The winners of the men's and women's singles titles will receive 2.79 million AUD each, which is 19% higher than the previous year. The runners-up will earn 2.15 million AUD, while players reaching the semifinals will receive 1.25 million AUD.