Why Coco Gauff can see tennis players uniting on French Open boycott (1:07)Why Coco Gauff can see tennis players uniting on French Open boycott (1:07)
Associated PressMultiple AuthorsMay 7, 2026, 10:24 AM ET
ROME — The top tennis players are already upset they are not receiving a bigger share of tournament revenues at the French Open. Now they’re hoping Wimbledon and the US Open respond to their demands, according to Jannik Sinner.
“It’s tough to say,” he said. “I cannot predict the future in a way. But in the same time I also believe that somewhere we need to start.”
The players have targeted the upcoming French Open for reducing players’ share of revenue to an alleged 15% — compared to the 22% at ATP and WTA events like the Italian Open this week.
The same group of players sent a letter a year ago to the heads of the four Grand Slams seeking more prize money and a greater say in decision-making. Wimbledon increased its 2025 total pot by 7%, the U.S. Open by 20% and the Australian Open in January by 16%.
“It’s not nice that after one year we are not even close to conclusion of what we would like to have,” Sinner said. “I truly believe that within 48 hours you have not only a response but you also have a meeting.”
The players claim their share of Roland Garros revenue has declined from 15.5% in 2024 to 14.9% projected in 2026.
“I think in the next couple of weeks we know also the prize money we’re going to have in Wimbledon. We truly hope that it’s going to be better. Then, of course, US Open,” Sinner said.
“We’ve been quiet for a long time and now the time has come to raise our voice,” Sinner added in Italian. “We’re not asking for 50% — we wouldn’t even dare — but right now we’re getting too little.”
Why Coco Gauff can see tennis players uniting on French Open boycott (1:07)Why Coco Gauff can see tennis players uniting on French Open boycott (1:07)
Fellow No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka said this week the players should consider a boycott.
Wimbledon has not yet announced its prize money for this year.
French Open organizers have not responded to requests for comment.
Why Coco Gauff can see tennis players uniting on French Open boycott (1:07)