French Open Prize Money Rises 9.5% with Focus on Early Rounds and Privacy Measures

5% increase in prize money for the 2026 French Open, with the largest rises allocated to the qualifying competition and early rounds. 8% increase from the previous year. 5% rise, while qualifying rounds will see nearly 13% more prize money.

uk. Tournament director Amelie Mauresmo stated at a Paris news conference that there will be no expansion of cameras in player areas at Roland Garros for 2026. She said, "The broadcasters want to know more about players - it's true.

But we want to maintain the respect for their privacy. " Some players will also be happy to know they will be allowed to wear approved fitness trackers for the first time at Roland Garros. Tracking technology can monitor sleep, strain, stress, and heart rate.

Line judges will remain at Roland Garros for at least another year, despite electronic line calling being mandatory on the ATP Tour since 2025 and introduced at the other three Grand Slams. The president of the French Tennis Federation cited a 10% margin of error in electronic line calling and referenced a Madrid incident involving a mark on the clay court.

Jessica Pegula, the women's world number five, commented in March 2026 at Indian Wells on prize money distribution, stating, "I do think the US Open stepped up a lot in that aspect. " Pegula also emphasized unity between men and women players in pushing for fair compensation. The 2025 US Open and Australian Open saw prize money increases of 20% and nearly 16%, respectively.

Coco Gauff was the women's champion at the 2025 French Open, defeating Aryna Sabalenka.