Australian Open prize money has increased by 16% on last year to a record total for the tournament starting Jan. 18.

Organizers of the season’s first tennis major on Tuesday announced their largest prize pool ever in local currency, with the total for 2026 set at 111.5 million AUD ($75 million USD). That was up from 96.5 million AUD in 2025.

Prize money for the qualifying tournament will increase by 16% and organizers say all main draw singles and doubles players will get a minimum 10% increase.

Tennis Australia chief executive Craig Tiley said the increase “demonstrates our commitment to supporting tennis careers at every level.”

“From boosting qualifying prize money by 55% since 2023 to enhancing player benefits, we’re ensuring professional tennis is sustainable for all competitors,” Tiley said. “By supporting players at all levels, we’re building deeper talent pools and more compelling storylines for fans.”

Here is a breakdown of prize money at the first Grand Slam of the season:

What is the total purse at the 2026 Australian Open?

The Australian Open hit a new benchmark with a record-breaking 111.5 million AUD ($75 million USD) prize pool. It marks a 16 % increase from last year and the largest in the tournament’s history.

How much does the Australian Open singles winner get overall?

The women’s and men’s singles champions will each win 4.15 million AUD ($2.8 million USD), a 19% increase from last year.

How much do players earn per round in singles at the Australian Open?

Here is the prize money for men and women in singles at the 2026 Australian Open:

PlacePrize MoneyChampion$4,150,000 AUD ($2,792,950 USD)Runner up$2,150,000 AUD ($1,446,950 USD)Semifinalist$1,250,000 AUD ($841,250 USD)Quarterfinalist$750,000 AUD ($504,750 USD)Fourth round$480,000 AUD ($323,040 USD)Third round$327,750 AUD ($220,575.75 USD)Second round $225,000 AUD ($151,425 USD)First round$150,000 AUD ($100,950 USD)

When is the 2026 Australian Open?

The first major tennis tournament of the year is set to run from Sunday, Jan. 18, to Sunday, Feb. 1, in Melbourne, Australia.