Wimbledon Prize Money Increase

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Wimbledon's total prize money fund will rise to a record 50 million pounds, with singles champions earning 2.7 million pounds each. The prize money has increased by 11.9% compared to last year and is exactly double the amount from 10 years ago.

Key Points

  • Total prize money fund increased by 11.9%
  • Winners' checks for 2024 represent a jump of 350,000 pounds each
  • First-round losers in singles will receive 60,000 pounds each
  • Prizes for the qualifying event will go up 14.9% to 4.8 million pounds

Pros

  • Record prize money fund of 50 million pounds
  • Singles champions to earn 2.7 million pounds each
  • Increased prize money for all rounds of the tournament