Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic will meet in the Australian Open final on Sunday, following remarkable semi-final victories.
The 22-year-old Alcaraz is trying to become the youngest player to complete the Career Grand Slam, while Djokovic is aiming to capture a record-extending 25th major and 11th at the Australian Open.
Sunday’s champion will also depart Melbourne with a hefty payday. The winner will claim $4,150,000, while the runner-up will earn $2,150,000. Look below for a full prize-money breakdown of the singles field at the season’s final major.
2026 Australian Open Singles Prize Money (Men & Women)
| Round | Prize Money |
| Champion | $4,150,000 |
| Finalist | $2,150,000 |
| Semi-finalist | $1,250,000 |
| Quarter-finalist | $750,000 |
| R16 | $480,000 |
| R32 | $327,750 |
| R64 | $225,000 |
| R128 | $150,000 |