Welcome to the grand stage of tennis – Wimbledon, where the top players in the world are battling it out for glory and a hefty prize.
In the men’s competition, Novak Djokovic is seeking redemption after a tough loss to Carlos Alcaraz in last year’s Wimbledon final. Eager to prove he’s still a force to be reckoned with, Djokovic is determined to reclaim his spot at the top of the tennis world.
On the women’s side, Iga Swiatek is the one to watch. Fresh off her French Open victory, she is looking to make her mark on the grass courts of Wimbledon and inch closer to a career grand slam.
Aside from the prestige of winning Wimbledon, there’s also a significant cash prize up for grabs. Let’s take a look at the breakdown of the prize money for this prestigious tournament.
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How much is the total prize money for Wimbledon in 2024?
Wimbledon is offering a staggering £50,000,000 in prize money this year, a record-breaking amount that translates to $63.47 million. This represents an increase of nearly $7 million from the previous year.
The bulk of the prize pool is allocated to the singles and doubles events for both men and women, with a portion also set aside for wheelchair singles and doubles.
The winners of the men’s and women’s singles will each take home a grand sum of $3.42 million, while the runners-up will receive $1.77 million. Even those who fall short in the final will walk away with a substantial consolation prize.
What is the breakdown of prize money for Wimbledon 2024?
Men’s and Women’s Singles
Place | Prize Money |
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Winner | $3,427,396 (€2,700,000) |
Runner-up | $1,777,168 (€1,400,000) |
Men’s and Women’s Doubles
Place | Prize Money |
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Winner | $824,162 (€650,000) |
Runner-up | $418,421 (€330,000) |
Mixed Doubles
Place | Prize Money |
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Winner | $164,870 (€130,000) |
Runner-up | $82,435 (€65,000) |