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Andrea Gaudenzi will be re-elected as ATP president until 2028

Since the beginning of his tenure, total annual player compensation at the ATP level has increased by $100 million
February 5, 2026

The ATP announced today that Andrea Gaudenzi has been re-elected as chairman. Gaudenzi will serve a third term until 2028, having held the position since January 2020.

Under Gaudenzi’s leadership, professional men’s tennis has undergone a period of unprecedented growth. Since the start of his tenure, total annual player compensation at ATP level has increased by $100 million, reaching a record high of $269.6 million in 2025 and $400 million combined with the Grand Slams.

A series of groundbreaking reforms introduced under OneVision, the ATP’s long-term strategic plan, have improved the fan experience, elevated the Tour’s top events and aligned the interests of players and tournaments under the ATP.

In his third term at the helm of the organisation, Gaudenzi will lead the Tour as it conducts a comprehensive product review, expected to be implemented in 2028, to coincide with the introduction of a 10th ATP Masters 1000 in Saudi Arabia. The review will focus on four key areas: rankings, compensation structure, calendar optimization and event format.

Andrea Gaudenzi, ATP Presidentsaid: “It is an honor to continue to serve the ATP – an organization that has shaped my career since my time as a player on Tour. When I reflect on what we have achieved, I see a sport with a stronger foundation than ever, supported by record growth that speaks to the potential of tennis.

“Now is the time to keep pushing. The second phase of OneVision is about uniting our board, adapting and becoming more agile, because our sport is undeniably stronger when we move forward together. Thank you to the ATP board and our members for their continued trust and support.”

One of the most impactful reforms during Gaudenzi’s tenure has been the introduction of tournament winnings sharing at ATP Masters 1000 events – a landmark reform supported by financial transparency for the players through financial audits of tournaments. Over the past three years, it has paid out more than $37 million to players. From 2026, tournament winnings sharing will be extended to ATP 500 events through a new model tailored to that category, further strengthening the alignment between players and tournaments and ensuring athletes can share more directly in the growth of the sport.

The expansion to 12-day ATP Masters 1000 events has increased total compensation at this level by 59% in just three years, creating more earning opportunities for a wider cohort of players. It has also delivered major infrastructure investments in Shanghai, Cincinnati, Madrid, Rome, Paris and more, improving conditions for players and achieving a record fan base of 5.6 million at ATP Tour events in 2025.

The expansion of the Masters 1000 Bonus Pool from just 12 to 30 players has further increased compensation, reaching a record $21.5 million in 2026, and will increase significantly from 2028 onwards. Meanwhile, the ATP 500 Bonus Pool, newly created in 2023, will reach $3.07 million in 2026.

On the ATP Challenger Tour, total prize money has increased by 167% since 2022 to a record $32.4 million in 2026, strengthening the path for the next generation of players.

Revenue growth is supported by the establishment of Tennis Data Innovations (TDI) in 2021 and the merger of media rights under ATP Media. Together, these initiatives have helped maximize the commercial value of the Tour’s media and data assets, contributing to record revenue levels.

Other achievements under Gaudenzi’s leadership include the expansion of the ATP pension plan to 300 players, with total contributions expected to reach $26 million by 2025, up from $12.7 million in 2019. The introduction of Baseline has further strengthened financial security by guaranteeing a minimum income for the Top 250 for the first time in history.

Looking ahead, the second phase of OneVision focuses on deepening collaboration between the T-7 (ATP, WTA, ITF and the four Grand Slams) to maximize tennis’ growth potential.

After a successful professional career on the ATP Tour, during which he won three ATP titles and reached a career-high world number 18 in the PIF ATP Rankings, Gaudenzi obtained a law degree from the University of Bologna, Italy, followed by a Master of Business Administration from the International University of Monaco. He then spent the next 18 years building a successful corporate career in sports marketing, entertainment, data, technology and media, before returning to tennis.