New Delhi, Aug. 24 -- The 2025 US Open Tennis Championships have set a new benchmark with a record-breaking prize money pool in the history of tennis. The total prize fund has reached $90 million, marking a 20% increase compared to last year's $75 million, making the ongoing event the richest Grand Slam tournament to date and leaving behind the French Open, Australian Open, and Wimbledon.

The men's and women's singles champions will each pocket a massive sum of $5 million, reflecting a 38.89% year-over-year increase. The runners-up in singles will receive $2.5 million, also up by nearly 39%. Even players exiting in the first round of the main draw will earn $110,000, marking a 10% increase from 2024, representing a significant boost.

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