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US Open Pays Record Player Bonuses | New York City News
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The US Open just shattered Grand Slam earnings records, with singles champions walking away with a jaw-dropping $5.5 million—the biggest payday in history. Total player compensation jumped 20% to $108 million, while even first-round qualifiers earn a record $140K. Quarterfinalists get $780K, semifinalists $1.45M, and runners-up $2.8M. The USTA’s new $2M player support program boosts pensions and benefits, while a groundbreaking Grand Slam Player Council gives athletes real say in how tournament revenue is managed—showing tennis is investing in its stars like never before.
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