June 12, 2025 – London — In a bold move aimed at rewarding elite athletes and supporting broader participation, Wimbledon organizers have raised the total prize fund to £53.5 million, a 7% increase over last year and double the amount awarded a decade ago. Most notably, both the men’s and women’s singles champions will each receive a record £3 million—an 11.1% rise from the £2.7 million awarded in 2024.
Farewell to £2.7M, Now It’s £3M
The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) announced this year’s enhancements, culminating in a landmark increase for singles champions. With the prize boosted to £3 million — up from £2.7 million in 2024 — both the men’s and women’s winners benefit from equal reward, continuing Wimbledon’s commitment to gender parity.
More Than Just the Top Prize
The increase extends support beyond the title contenders:
- First-round main-draw players will now walk away with £66,000, up 10% from the previous year.
These larger payouts at all levels reflect Wimbledon’s increasing focus on both elite performance and player welfare.
Growth Over a Decade
- 2005 fund: Approx. £26.75 million (half of today’s total)
- 2024 fund: £50 million
- 2025 fund: £53.5 million (+7%)
- Singles champions:
- 2023: £2.35 million
- 2024: £2.7 million
- 2025: £3 million.
This steady growth underscores Wimbledon’s strong financial health and commitment to elevating the sport.
Why It Matters
- Elite Incentives: A £3 million prize aligns Wimbledon with the world’s top-paying tournaments, attracting and rewarding the best athletes—current champions Carlos Alcaraz and Barbora Krejčíková are set to collect the top prize again.
- Gender Equality: Equal payouts reinforce Wimbledon’s longstanding policy of maintaining parity at the highest level of competition.
- Player Support: The uplift in first-round payouts (now £66,000) helps lower-tier competitors manage high tournament costs—from travel to coaching and medical needs.
Reactions and Expectations
The AELTC highlighted that the 7% adjustment was made to balance inflation and increased tournament expenses. Coupled with this strategic boost, they reaffirm Wimbledon’s role in fostering global tennis and rewarding excellence across the board.
Fans and players alike have lauded the move—not just for financial fairness, but for the symbolic elevation of tennis talent worldwide.
Comparative Snapshot
| Tournament | Total Prize Fund | Singles Winners’ Share |
|---|---|---|
| Wimbledon 2025 | £53.5 million | £3 million |
| Wimbledon 2024 | £50 million | £2.7 million |
| French Open 2025 | €56.35 million (~£48.4m) | €2.55 million (~£2.2m |
| Australian Open 2025 | A$96.5 million (~£53.2m) | A$3.5 million (~£1.9m) |
Wimbledon continues to lead the Grand Slam prize money race, pushing the bar higher year on year.
Wimbledon’s 2025 prize pool now tops £53.5 million, with both singles champions earning a record £3 million. With a 10% hike in first-round pay and ongoing support for player welfare, the Championships are reaffirming their status as tennis’s premier tournament.
