The new record adds another frontier to the arms race between the Grand Slams, as players focus on how much tournament revenue they get.

After the Wimbledon ended last month, the focus now shifts to the US Open - the final Grand Slam of the year, which starts on August 26 at the Flushing Meadows. Top-ranked Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka will lead the men's and women's fields,

The 2025 US Open will feature a record $90 million prize pool, a 20% increase from 2024. Singles champions will each receive $5 million, the largest payout in tennis history. Doubles prize money has also significantly increased,