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Tennis Stars Eye US Open Mixed Doubles Boycott
14 Jun
Summary
- Top players may skip the US Open Mixed Doubles over prize money.
- Wimbledon announced a 20% prize money increase for its event.
- Players seek a larger share of Grand Slam revenues.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner and other top tennis players are reportedly considering a boycott of the U.S. Open Mixed Doubles event. This potential action stems from ongoing disputes over prize money distribution within the sport.
The U.S. Open's Mixed Doubles event, scheduled for late August, offers significantly lower prize money compared to the singles draws. Last year's winners received $1 million, a stark contrast to the $5 million singles champions earn.
Meanwhile, Wimbledon has announced substantial increases in its prize money for the upcoming tournament. The grass-court Grand Slam will see a 20% rise in total prize money and for singles champions, who will each earn $4.8 million.
This move by Wimbledon highlights a broader player demand for a larger share of revenues generated by the four Grand Slam tournaments. Players have been advocating for increased financial returns and are exploring collective actions to achieve this goal.
