Under ATP regulations, the top players at year-end receive additional prize money from a general fund totaling 21 million USD. Of this, Carlos Alcaraz, as the world number one, would have received 4,8 million USD, while Jannik Sinner, ranked second, was set to receive two million USD.

However, players face a 25% deduction from their bonus for each mandatory Masters 1000 tournament they miss. This season, Alcaraz missed two such events, in Canada and Shanghai. Consequently, his prize money was reduced by 50%, leaving him with only 2,4 million USD.

Meanwhile, Sinner missed four Masters 1000 tournaments, resulting in the complete loss of his bonus as the world number two. Three of these four events—Indian Wells, Miami, and Madrid—occurred during a three-month suspension Sinner served. Towards the end of the season, the Italian star also opted out of the Canada Open to rest after winning Wimbledon.

Alcaraz (left) and Sinner on the awards podium at the US Open 2025, on Arthur Ashe Stadium, New York, USA on 7/9. Photo: Reuters

Despite these multi-million dollar losses, Alcaraz and Sinner still amassed substantial earnings after the 2025 season. The Spanish player earned over 18,8 million USD, while Sinner received 19,1 million USD. Additionally, Sinner pocketed six million USD from the Six Kings Slam title, a tournament where Alcaraz was the runner-up, earning 1,5 million USD.

Beyond the bonus fund for top players, the ATP Tour also distributes profits to 186 players who earned points in Masters 1000 events. The 2024 payments were disbursed this year, with Sinner receiving an additional 1,3 million USD, Zverev earning 1,2 million USD, and Alcaraz taking 600.000 USD. The 2025 payments are yet to be confirmed, but Sinner and Alcaraz are generally expected to remain among the biggest beneficiaries due to their dominant performances.

The ATP Tour also maintains a prize fund for the ATP 500 series, which Alcaraz currently leads, though the exact bonus amount is not yet known. The ATP Tour's additional prize money mechanism is undergoing finalization, following significant pressure from players, including the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), co-founded by Novak Djokovic. This organization is currently suing the ATP and WTA for alleged monopoly and corruption. The PTPA is also close to reaching an agreement with the Australian Open regarding its prize money distribution mechanism, having gained an advantage in court.

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