Carlos Alcaraz earned $2.5 million for Roland Garros victory: How much will the Wimbledon champion earn?

As the clay-court season concluded with Carlos Alcaraz’s dramatic victory over Jannik Sinner in the Roland Garros final, the tennis world now shifts its focus to the brief but prestigious grass-court swing, culminating at Wimbledon—the third Grand Slam of the year.

Wimbledon, played at the iconic All England Club, has its own set of unique traditions. The most notable? Players are required to wear all-white attire, including accessories and racket bags. Any additional colors are limited to subtle, nearly imperceptible details, reflecting the tournament’s storied history and respect for tradition.

In terms of prize money, Wimbledon is set to break records in 2025. This year’s champions in both the men’s and women’s singles draws will each take home a staggering €3.5 million, a significant increase from the €2.55 million awarded to the winners of Roland Garros. Alcaraz and Coco Gauff, the champions in Paris, have set a high bar heading into the grass-court season.

What does the grass-court season look like before Wimbledon?

Grass-court events are the shortest leg of the tennis calendar, providing only a few weeks of preparation before Wimbledon. After Roland Garros wrapped up with Alcaraz’s memorable win, the men’s tour turned its attention to Stuttgart, Germany, and Hertogenbosch in the Netherlands.

Jack Draper is the reigning champion of the BOSS OPEN of Stuttgart. (Thomas Niedermueller/Getty Images)

The action continues with two ATP 500 events from June 16 to 22 in Halle, Germany, and at Queen’s Club in England. The final tune-ups before Wimbledon will take place in Mallorca and Eastbourne, giving players one last chance to sharpen their grass-court skills.

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Who are the defending champions at Wimbledon?

Wimbledon often produces unexpected results, as many players struggle to adapt to the unique challenges of grass. However, some names are expected to shine in 2025. Among the favorites in the men’s draw are reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, and Novak Djokovic.

On the women’s side, top contenders include Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, Jasmine Paolini, and defending champion Barbora Krejčíková. With €3.5 million awaiting the winners of each draw, the stakes couldn’t be higher for the world’s best players.