Canadian tennis players have made a significant impact at the U.S. Open, with notable performances leading to substantial earnings. Felix Auger-Aliassime reached the men’s singles semifinals on Friday, earning $1.26 million despite his loss. This amount is part of the tournament's record total prize pool of $85 million this year.

Gabriela Dabrowski, from Ottawa, also made headlines by advancing to the women’s doubles final with her partner, Erin Routliffe from New Zealand. The duo secured a victory in the final, splitting a $1 million prize. This win marks their second U.S. Open women’s doubles title in three years.

The U.S. Open has seen a significant increase in prize money compared to previous years. In 2024, the total prize pool was $70 million, but this year it has risen by 21 percent. The winners of the men’s and women’s singles tournaments will each receive $5 million, a notable increase from $3.6 million last year. Runners-up will earn $2.5 million, semi-finalists will take home $1.26 million, and quarterfinalists will receive $660,000.

In addition to prize money, the U.S. Open has implemented measures to reduce players' out-of-pocket expenses. Competitors receive a $1,000 travel stipend and accommodations, along with free racquet-stringing services for up to five racquets per round. This support totals around $5 million for players.

When compared to other major tennis tournaments, the U.S. Open's prize money is significantly higher. Wimbledon offers $72.7 million, the French Open provides $65.4 million, and the Australian Open has a total of $62.9 million. The increase in U.S. Open prize money follows advocacy from top players for a larger share of the tournament's revenue.

Auger-Aliassime, seeded 25th, faced top seed Jannik Sinner in the semifinals. His quarterfinal match was described as “an absolute grind,” indicating a tough battle on the court. Despite a career-high singles ranking of No. 6 in November 2022, he has struggled to maintain a top-20 position in recent years, entering this tournament ranked No. 27. As of Wednesday, his provisional ranking has improved to No. 13.

Dabrowski's success in the doubles final highlights her resilience, as she was the last Canadian woman remaining in the tournament. Her partnership with Routliffe has proven fruitful, showcasing the talent of Canadian players on the international stage.