Australian Open
Australian Open prize money: Organizers announce record prize pool of $111.5 million
Singles champions will receive AUD$4.15 million
January 6, 2026
The main draw of the Australian Open starts on January 18.
By ATP staff
Organizers of the Australian Open tournament announced a record prize fund of AUD$111.5 million on Tuesday, the largest in the event’s history.
The $111.5 million is up 16 percent from $96.5 million in 2025. Qualifying rounds are up 16 percent and all singles and doubles players will receive a minimum 10 percent increase.
“This 16 percent increase demonstrates our commitment to supporting tennis careers at every level,” said Craig Tiley, CEO of Tennis Australia. “From increasing qualifying prize money by 55 percent since 2023 to improving player benefits, we are ensuring professional tennis is sustainable for all participants.”
The singles champion will receive $4.15 million, an increase of 19 percent year-over-year. The runners-up earn $2.15 million each and the semifinalists $1.25 million.
Prize money Australian Open Singles 2026 (men and women)
| Round | Prize money |
| Champion | $4.15 million |
| Finalist | $2.15 million |
| Semi-finalist | $1.25 million |
| Quarterfinalist | $750,000 |
| R16 | $480K |
| R32 | $327.75K |
| R64 | $225K |
| R128 | $150K |
Australian Open 2026 Singles Qualification (Men’s and Women’s)
| Round | Prize money |
| R32 | $83.5K |
| R64 | $57K |
| R128 | $40.5K |
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