Australian Open winners to get $2.79mn as prize money hits new high

Gamers at this month’s Australian Open can be competing for a document prize pool with organisers on Tuesday (January 6, 2026) asserting a 16% enhance within the complete purse to Aus$111.5 million (US$75 million).

The winners of the lads’s and girls’s singles on the first Grand Slam of the yr will every take residence Aus$4.15 million (US$2.79 million), up 19 % from final yr’s Aus$3.5 million.

Gamers overwhelmed within the opening spherical will get Aus$150,000 (US$100,750), whereas even these knocked out within the first spherical of qualifying obtain Aus$40,500 (US$27,200).

Event director Craig Tiley mentioned it mirrored Tennis Australia’s dedication to supporting tennis careers at each stage, from rising stars to Grand Slam champions.

“From boosting qualifying prize cash by 55% since 2023 to enhancing participant advantages, we’re guaranteeing skilled tennis is sustainable for all opponents,” he mentioned.

“By supporting gamers in any respect ranges, we’re constructing deeper expertise swimming pools and extra compelling storylines for followers.”

The match will get beneath means at Melbourne Park on January 18, with Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys defending their titles.