Prize money increased for French Open

The French Tennis Federation has recently announced an increase in prize money for the French Open tournament.

Prize money increased for French Open

The report, as covered by Geo Super TV, reveals that the total purse for the tournament has been raised by €3.3 million, from €31.067 million in 2020 to €34.367 million in 2021. This marks a significant boost in funds for the players competing at the prestigious Grand Slam event.

As per the new distribution, the men’s and women’s singles champions will receive a substantial sum of €2.5 million each, while the runners-up in the singles events will receive €1.25 million. The increased prize money also applies to the players competing in doubles and mixed doubles events, with significant gains in the prize pool for these categories as well.

The French Open is renowned as one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world, and this move to raise the prize money comes as part of the French Tennis Federation’s efforts to support the players and elevate the sport of tennis further. This increase in prize money is expected to provide a much-needed boost to the players, many of whom have been facing financial struggles due to the pandemic and the decline in revenues across the sport.

Overall, the increase in prize money for the French Open is a positive development for the players and fans alike, as it not only promotes the growth of tennis but also ensures that the players are duly rewarded for their hard work and dedication.

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