The 2026 French Open is not only one of the most prestigious tournaments in tennis, but also one of the sport’s biggest paydays. This year’s Roland-Garros prize pool has increased significantly, with millions of dollars available for singles champions, doubles teams, and wheelchair competitors.
The tournament’s total purse has risen by nearly 10% compared to last year, continuing the trend of larger payouts across Grand Slam events.
Total French Open Prize Money for 2026
Roland-Garros is offering a total prize pool of approximately $70.3 million USD in 2026 (converted from €61.7 million).
That marks an increase from last year’s total of approximately $64.3 million USD, highlighting the tournament’s continued financial growth.
French Open Singles Prize Money (Approximate USD Conversion)
The biggest prizes belong to the men’s and women’s singles champions, with equal payouts awarded in both competitions.
| Result | Prize Money (USD) |
|---|---|
| Champion | $3.19 million |
| Runner-up | $1.59 million |
| First-round exit | $99,000 |
Even players eliminated in the opening round still earn nearly six figures, demonstrating the financial benefits of reaching the main draw at a Grand Slam event.
Doubles Prize Money
Prize money for doubles competitions also increased this year, with winning teams seeing a boost in earnings.
| Competition | Prize Money (USD) |
|---|---|
| Men’s/Women’s Doubles Champions | $684,000 per team |
Doubles payouts rose approximately 4% from previous levels.
Wheelchair and Quad Prize Money
Roland-Garros also increased payouts for wheelchair and quad divisions by roughly 15%.
| Competition | Prize Money (USD) |
|---|---|
| Wheelchair & Quad Singles Champions | $77,500 |
| Men’s/Women’s Wheelchair Doubles Champions | $25,000 per team |
| Quad Doubles Champions | $28,500 per team |
French Open Prize Money Continues to Rise
The steady increase in prize money reflects the French Open’s investment across all levels of competition. From singles stars competing for multi-million-dollar titles to doubles and wheelchair athletes receiving larger rewards, the event continues expanding financial opportunities for players.
As the tournament progresses toward championship weekend, millions of dollars remain on the line at Roland-Garros, adding even more intensity to one of tennis’ biggest stages.