Wimbledon has increased prize money by 20% to £64.2m, the largest rise in its history. However, this may not satisfy top players demanding a larger revenue share, leading to ongoing disputes.
Wimbledon has increased its prize money by 20% to £64.2m, the largest rise in its history. However, this may not satisfy top players demanding a 16% revenue share, which would equate to over £70m, amid ongoing disputes with Grand Slam tournaments over prize money and player welfare.
Wimbledon officials met with player representatives at the French Open to discuss prize money and player welfare. Talks were described as productive, with Wimbledon confident no protests will occur. The AELTC's upcoming prize money announcement is seen as a critical moment.
Top tennis players met with Wimbledon, US Open, and Roland Garros officials to demand a significant prize money increase. Players seek a larger share of tournament revenue, citing the ATP/WTA Tours' 22% payout, and are awaiting Wimbledon's announcement on June 11th.
Wimbledon will offer to form a new player council at a meeting with player representatives during Roland Garros, following intervention by Tim Henman. The move comes amid ongoing disputes over prize money and player representation with other Grand Slam organizers.
