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The likes of Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz will be competing for a record-breaking prize pot at the US Open, with tournament organisers having increased the amount of money up for grabs in comparison to last year. Alcaraz will go into the event as the defending champion following his impressive triumph last time around, while Djokovic will be returning to Flushing Meadows for the first time since 2021.
Alcaraz scooped just over £2.2million as a welcome reward for winning his first Grand Slam title but will be in line to receive even more prize money if he is able to repeat his past heroics at this year’s US Open. A sum of £2.35m will be paid out to the winners of the men’s and women’s singles tournament, with the event continuing to award equal prize money in both categories.
The US Tennis Association (USTA) said on Tuesday that the total prize pot at the US Open is set to reach in excess of £51m, with this figure boosted by increases in the amount of expenses covered for players by the tournament. Competitors will also receive travel vouchers worth around £785, as well as a second free room in an official tournament hotel instead of just one room.
Alternatively, players will be able to choose a stipend of £471 per day for alternative housing, while meal allowances will also be increased and racket stringing will be offered to all competitors.
