Economic Growth and Prize Pool Record at the US Open
The massive budget of the Grand Slam tournament, record broadcasting revenues, and high sums distributed to athletes have been made public.
The US Open, the final Grand Slam tournament of the year starting in New York, draws attention with its massive revenues, increasing spectator numbers, and a record $108 million prize pool.
Economic Dimension and Revenues of the Tournament
While the United States Tennis Association generated a total revenue of $559.6 million from the US Open in 2024, it achieved a profit of $277.4 million.
Thanks to the 12-year, $2 billion broadcasting deal signed with ESPN, annual revenue derived from the US broadcasting market has significantly increased.
Record Prize Pool and Top Earners
The organization has raised the total amount of prize money and other payments to be given to players this year to $108 million.
It has been announced that individuals who achieve championship titles in the singles categories will win a $5.5 million prize.
Investment Plans and Facility Renovation Works
Renovation works totaling $800 million, which will last for a year and a half, are planned to be initiated at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
With these massive investments made, it is aimed to transform the facility into the Disneyland of tennis.
Spectator Interest and Record Attendances
Fan Week, the tournament's first week, had seen 230,000 people participate in 2025.
This year, the number of spectators participating in the event in question is expected to exceed 280,000.