Australian Open 2026 payouts: How much did Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner & others earn in prize money?
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Alcaraz completed his career slam by lifting his maiden Australian Open title.
Carlos Alcaraz etched his name into tennis history by winning the Australian Open 2026, becoming the youngest man ever to complete a career Grand Slam.
At just 22 years of age, the Spaniard capped off his collection of major titles by finally conquering Melbourne, the one Grand Slam that had previously eluded him.
The World No. 1 showcased remarkable composure and maturity in the final, recovering from a slow start to impose himself physically and tactically against Novak Djokovic.
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Alcaraz’s relentless court coverage, defensive resilience, and timely aggression allowed him to turn the tide after dropping the opening set, underlining his evolution into a complete five-set competitor.
With this victory, the Spaniard secured his maiden Australian Open title and further strengthened his grip on the top ranking. Djokovic meanwhile was denied a historic 25th major again, as he fell short in an Australian Open final for the first time.
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Prize money breakdown for Australian Open 2026 singles
The first Grand Slam of the year in Melbourne will feature a record-breaking AUD 111.5 million prize money pool for the 2026 Australian Open, up about 16 % from the previous edition, with all main draw rounds across singles, doubles and mixed doubles seeing roughly 13 % higher payouts compared to 2025.
| Round | Prize money | Players |
|---|---|---|
| Champion | A$4.15 million | Carlos Alcaraz |
| Finalist | A$2.15 million | Novak Djokovic |
| Semi-finalists | A$1.25 million | Alexander Zverev, Jannik Sinner |
| Quarter-finalists | A$750,000 | Alex de Minaur, Lorenzo Musetti, Ben Shelton, Learner Tien |
| Round of 16 | A$480,000 | Tommy Paul, Daniil Medvedev, Taylor Fritz, Casper Ruud, Francisco Cerundolo, Jakub Menšík, Alexander Bublik, Luciano Darderi |
| Round of 32 | A$327,750 | Andrey Rublev, Karen Khachanov, Stan Wawrinka, Frances Tiafoe, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, Marin Cilic, Tomas Machac, Corentin Moutet, Cameron Norrie, Valentin Vacherot |
| Round of 64 | A$225,000 | Denis Shapovalov, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Hubert Hurkacz, Jordan Thompson, Arthur Fery |
| Round of 128 | A$150,000 | Félix Auger-Aliassime, Jiří Lehečka, Flavio Cobolli, Tallon Griekspoor, Brandon Nakashima, Arthur Rinderknech, João Fonseca, |
How did Carlos Alcaraz complete his Career Grand Slam?
Carlos Alcaraz completed his Career Grand Slam by winning the Australian Open 2026, adding it to his French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open titles.
How old was Alcaraz when he won the Australian Open 2026?
He was 22 years old when he won his maiden Australian Open title.
Who did Carlos Alcaraz defeat in the 2026 final?
Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in the final of the Australian Open 2026.
How much prize money did Carlos Alcaraz win in 2026?
Carlos Alcaraz earned A$4.15 million as the champion of the Australian Open 2026.
What was the total prize pool for Australian Open 2026?
The total prize money pool was A$111.5 million, the highest in tournament history.
How much did semi-finalists earn in 2026?
Semi-finalists received A$1.25 million each.
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Aniruddh Seshadri Iyer is a passionate sports journalist at Khel Now, specializing in tennis and Olympic sports. An engineer by training, he found his storytelling passion through iconic Grand Slam and Olympic moments. Known for sharp analysis and insightful coverage, he draws inspiration from Novak Djokovic’s resilience. Outside journalism, he enjoys reading, traveling, and playing the guitar.