The Australian Open pledged a 16 per cent increase in the total prize purse to Aus$111.5 million (US$75 million) this year. The winners of the men\u2019s and women\u2019s singles at the first Grand Slam of the year will each take home Aus$4.15 million, up 19 per cent from last year, but the two-time Grand Slam champion still feels that it should be increased further.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
According to the 21-year-old star, the percentage of prize money remains low compared to the revenue the tournament generates. However, she is happy to see the progress that has been made so far, as the Australian Open is offering record prize money.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cFrom my understanding, they obviously increased the prize money this year. The percentage is still, in terms of revenue comparison, not where we would like it,\u201d she said while speaking to the media.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI think there are still further conversations that have to be had, not just with the Australian Open but with all the Slams. We have player representatives who have been working really hard to do that for us because we can\u2019t be in person as often,\u201d she added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cFrom my understanding, they obviously increased the prize money this year. The percentage is still, in terms of revenue comparison, not where we would like it,\u201d she said while speaking to the media.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Gauff has never won the Australian Open. She achieved her best result in 2024, when she reached the semi-finals but suffered a defeat against Aryna Sabalenka.<\/p>\r\n\r\n