For the second straight year, stakes at the All England Lawn Tennis Club are officially at an all-time high. Wimbledon 2024's purse total was an all-time high of £50 million, marking a groundbreaking moment in the renowned annual event's history. However, 2025 is upping the ante to a record-breaking £53.5 million in total prize money.
The prize money escalates with each passing round. So, as the pool of contestants gradually shrinks, the pressure and competition continue to rise. An unprecedented amount of money is on the line, creating an exciting, tense atmosphere and conclusion to the tournament.
Iga Swiatek dominated Amanda Anisimova in the women's final on Saturday, winning 6-0, 6-0 to become the first Polish champion at Wimbledon. The women's side of the bracket offered a ton of chaos throughout the tournament and fortnight. Coco Gauff lost early, Aryna Sabalenka lost late, and fans ultimately watched two players seeking their first championship at Wimbledon.
On the men's side, there were obviously some surprises, but the end point was ultimately where everyone at least hoped we'd end up. Namely, another epic chapter between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, the No. 1 and 2 players in tennis, respectively, was set up for Centre Court on Sunday.
Nevertheless, we are gearing toward a spectacular finish to the grass-court Grand Slam at SW19. The amount of loot up for grabs is jaw-dropping and may incline you to pick up a racket and pursue a career in the sport. But how are the funds dispersed among 128 competitors in each respective bracket? Here's a look at the payout distribution.
Wimbledon men's singles payout distribution 2025: Winner's prize money
Can you believe members of the inaugural 1877 Wimbledon Championship paid to participate? Now, players are essentially making life-changing cash for qualifying. It is a testament to how popular the prestigious tourney is nowadays. Semi-finalists receive £775,000 for their efforts, the runner-up gets £1,400,000, and the winner collects £2,700,000.
Result | Prize |
|---|---|
Winner | £3,000,000 |
Runner-up | £1,520,000 |
Semi-Finalists | £775,000 |
Quarter-Finalists | £400,000 |
Fourth Round | £240,000 |
Third Round | £152,000 |
Second Round | £99,000 |
First Round | £66,000 |
Wimbledon women's singles payout distribution 2025: Winner's prize money
Result | Prize |
|---|---|
Winner | £3,000,000 |
Runner-up | £1,520,000 |
Semi-Finalists | £775,000 |
Quarter-Finalists | £400,000 |
Fourth Round | £240,000 |
Third Round | £152,000 |
Second Round | £99,000 |
First Round | £66,000 |
As you can see, the payout for men's and women's singles is the same. Overall, there is a seven percent increase in rewards from the 2024 Championships. The victor of this major Grand Slam will not only etch their name in tennis history but also take home a nice chunk of change. We know there will be a new ladies' titleholder following Krejčíková's defeat at the hands of Navarro, only adding to the intrigue.
How much is Wimbledon's 2025 prize money in U.S. dollars?
According to Wise, £53.5 million equates to a whopping $72,669,050. One British Pound (GBP) is worth approximately $1.36. Based on that, though, that means the winner's prize at Wimbledon in both the men's and women's tournaments comes out to about $4.08 million.
Of course, that's subject to change as the value of currency fluctuates over time due to economic conditions. Nevertheless, this gives Americans who aren't familiar with the conversion rates a better idea of what's hanging in the balance.
Alcaraz has taken home nearly $14.5 million across his past two Wimbledon runs. As you can see, going for glory comes with its perks, with him maximizing his Return on Investment (ROI) on the grass swing.