The chorus of top-tier tennis stars demanding a higher share of Grand Slam prize money has grown louder throughout the 2025 season, putting the sport’s financial structure under intense scrutiny. World number one Carlos Alcaraz has been a vocal proponent, describing the current system as “a little bit a mess” and joining fellow players in a push for a more equitable revenue model. This movement culminated in a formal letter to the organizers of the four major tournaments, co-signed by a coalition of top 10 players, including Alcaraz, Coco Gauff, Jannik Sinner, and Iga Swiatek.

Their demand is clear: an increase in the players’ share of Grand Slam revenues from the current 16% to 22% by 2030, arguing that this is more in line with revenue-sharing models in other major professional spor

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