Australian Open 2025: All you need to know about prize money
Some of the biggest stars will compete at the Australian Open 2025 tournament.
The first Grand Slam Major of the 2025 calendar year is on the horizon as the Australian Open 2025 is all set to start on January 12. Top players are set to go head-to-head in Melbourne with plenty of things to look forward to. Defending champion Jannik Sinner will want to retain his crown, while Aryna Sabalenka can achieve a rare three-peat.
Young stars like Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff are searching for their maiden title in Melbourne. Last year, Sabalenka had easily defeated Qinwen Zheng in the final, while Sinner had to contend with Djokovic in the semis and then Daniil Medvedev in the final.
Ten-time Australian Open winner, Novak Djokovic will be on the lookout for his 25th Grand Slam title and a 100th career title. His remarkable stint, year after year at the Rod Laver Arena highlights his domination and consistency at the venue.
On the other hand, World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has a unique opportunity to cement her place among tennis legends. Following her triumph at the Brisbane International, Sabalenka’s dominance on the court has been unparalleled and her confidence is soaring as she prepares for the next challenge.
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The Belarusian is now aiming to win her third consecutive Australian Open title. If she succeeds she will become the first woman to achieve this feat since Martina Hingis, who reigned supreme at the tournament from 1997 to 1999.
Some other notable names set to compete Down-Under include Medvedev, Alexander Zverev, Taylor Fritz, Andrey Rublev, Elena Rybakina, Jasmine Paolini, Jessica Pegula, and Casper Ruud.
Breakdown of Australian Open 2025 Prize Money
This year at the Australian Open, the marquee event’s prize pool has been further bolstered by adding higher incentives to the competition. As per the ATP Tour’s official website, the 2025 AO has announced a total prize pool of AUD 96.5 million (USD 60.29 million), marking a 12% increase from last year.
Players will see their earnings increase at each stage of the tournament. Both men’s and women’s singles champions will get AUD 3.5 million (USD 2.19 million) for winning the title. However, with prize money accumulating throughout each round, their total earnings could soar to an impressive AUD 8.2 million (USD 5.13 million).
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The prize money for the Australian Open has seen remarkable growth over the past decade. In 2016, the prize pool was AUD 44 million (USD 27.51 million), and by 2025, it has surged by 119%. Even in the last five editions, the prize pool has risen by over 36%.
As a tribute to gender equality, the prize distribution for both the men’s and women’s singles will remain the same across all rounds. On that note, let’s dig deep into the full breakdown of the Australian Open 2025 prize money.
Australian Open 2025 Singles Prize Money (Men & Women)
| Round | Prize money (AUD) | Prize money (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Champion | $3,500,000 | $2,190,000 |
| Runner-up | $1,900,000 | $1,187,956 |
| Semi-finalist | $1,100,000 | $687,764 |
| Quarter-finalist | $665,000 | $415,785 |
| R16 | $420,000 | $262,601 |
| R32 | $290,000 | $181,320 |
| R64 | $200,000 | $125,048 |
| R128 | $132,000 | $52,820 |
Australian Open 2025 Qualifying Singles (Men & Women)
| Round | Prize Money (AUD) | Prize Money (USD) |
| R32 | $72,000 | $45,017 |
| R64 | $49,000 | $30,637 |
| R128 | $35,000 | $21,883 |
Australian Open 2025 Doubles Prize Money (Men & Women)
| Round | Prize Money (AUD) | Prize Money (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Champion | $1,296,000 | $810,000 |
| Runner-up | $704,000 | $440,000 |
| Semi-finalist | $400,000 | $250,000 |
| Quarter-finalist | $226,000 | $142,000 |
| R16 | $130,000 | $82,000 |
| R32 | $92,000 | $58,000 |
| R128 | $64,000 | $40,000 |
As the 2025 Australian Open kicks off on January 12th, fans are in for exciting battles, unexpected upsets, heated drama and record-breaking moments. With plenty to win or lose, players need to give their 100% if they are to set their hands on the silverware and take home enticing prize money.
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