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Record AUD 111.5 Million Prize Pool for 2026 Australian Open

1/6/2026

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The 2026 Australian Open features a record prize pool of AUD 111.5 million, up 16% from 2025.
Winners of the men's and women's singles will each receive AUD 4.15 million (USD 2.79 million), a 19% rise from 2025.
First-round players will earn AUD 150,000 (USD 100,750).
Qualifying-round payouts have also increased.
The tournament runs January 18 to February 1, 2026, at Melbourne Park.

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The 2026 Australian Open features a record prize pool of AUD 111.5 million, up 16% from 2025.
Winners of the men's and women's singles will each receive AUD 4.15 million (USD 2.79 million), a 19% rise from 2025.
First-round players will earn AUD 150,000 (USD 100,750).
Qualifying-round payouts have also increased.
The tournament runs January 18 to February 1, 2026, at Melbourne Park.