Aryna Sabalenka has once again been crowned US Open champion, securing her title with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Amanda Anisimova . The win ended her wait for a major trophy in 2025 after falling just short in the finals of both the Australian Open and French Open earlier this year.

This triumph also came with a financial milestone. The US Open offered record-breaking prize money, making this the most lucrative match in women’s tennis history. Sabalenka’s win earned her a staggering $5 million payout, the largest single prize ever awarded in the sport.

The increase in prize money has been dramatic. Just four years ago, Emma Raducanu earned $2.5 million for her 2021 title run. The sharp rise highlights how quickly top-level tennis has grown in financial rewards for its champions.

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