For many of the players who lose in the first round of the 2026 U.S. Open main draw, it will still be their richest payday of the year.

For many of the players who lose in the first round of the 2026 U.S. Open main draw, it will still be their richest payday of the year.

The U.S. Open is offering $108 million in player compensation this year, the largest package in tennis history. The singles champion alone will take home over $5 million.