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French Open 2025 Prize Money Revealed—But How Much Did the Winners Really Take Home?

French Open 2025 Prize Money Revealed—But How Much Did the Winners Really Take Home?

The 2025 French Open has shattered records with its prize money, offering a total purse of over €56.35 million (about $64 million), marking a 5–6% increase from last year. But just how much did the champions and top contenders pocket at Roland Garros this year?

Singles Champions Cash In.

  • Both the men’s and women’s singles champions, Carlos Alcaraz and Coco Gauff, each earned €2,550,000 (nearly $2.9 million) for their victories in Paris.

  • Runners-up, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, took home €1,275,000 (about $1.45 million) each.

  • Semifinalists didn’t leave empty-handed, with €690,000 (approx. $785,000) awarded to each.

Prize Money Breakdown for Singles.

StagePrize (€)Prize (USD approx.)Winner2,550,0002,900,000Runner-up1,275,0001,450,500Semifinalist690,000785,000Quarterfinalist440,000500,500Round of 265,000301,500Round of 32168,000191,000Round of 64117,000133,000Round of 12878,00088,500

Doubles and Other Events.

  • Doubles champions split €590,000 per team, while mixed doubles winners took home €122,000.

  • Wheelchair singles winners earned €63,900, with additional increases across all rounds and categories.

What’s New in 2025?.

  • The main draw singles prize money rose by over 6% compared to 2024, with first-round losers now earning €78,000 (about $88,500).

  • The French Open continues to ensure equal prize money for men and women, maintaining its status as one of the most lucrative Grand Slam tournaments.

  • The overall increase aims to support both top stars and early-round competitors, reflecting the tournament’s commitment to player welfare.

With the 2025 French Open setting a new standard for Grand Slam earnings, all eyes are now on how the other majors will respond. Just how much higher can the prize money go?

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