Jannik Sinner is contemplating skipping the US Open’s newly added mixed doubles tournament due to a disagreement over prize money. Last year, the competition underwent changes, and Sinner was initially set to team up with Katerina Siniakova but had to withdraw due to illness.
During the event, Carlos Alcaraz partnered with British No. 1 Emma Raducanu, while Novak Djokovic paired up with Olga Danilovic. The mixed doubles matches occurred before the singles draw, with Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori emerging as the eventual champions, earning a prize of $1 million.
Reports from The Times suggest that players, including Sinner, are considering boycotting the event, demanding larger prize money and better player welfare conditions. This move is part of a broader push by players for increased prize money at Grand Slam tournaments.
Wimbledon recently announced a £10.7 million increase in the total prize fund for this year’s tournament. The winner is set to receive £3.6 million, and even first-round losers are guaranteed £80,000. The overall prize pool has grown by 25% compared to the previous year.
Players are advocating for 22% of the total revenue generated, a goal that has not been met despite the recent prize fund increase. All England Club chair Deborah Jevans emphasized the club’s commitment to player welfare and the reinvestment of revenue back into the sport.
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