Roland Garros tournament director Amelie Mauresmo said on Thursday that prize money for this year's French Open will remain unchanged despite top players demanding a larger share. "No, we will not change anything. We will start discussions, and that is what everyone wants," Mauresmo stated.
Leading players have criticized the organizers for reducing the players' revenue share to 14.3%, compared to 22% at standard ATP and WTA events. In protest, many players are expected to limit pre-tournament media interactions to 15 minutes on Friday's media day.
Mauresmo, a former Australian Open and Wimbledon champion, said she remains open to dialogue and is confident a solution can be reached. A meeting is scheduled for Friday between tournament organizers, players, and their representatives.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and No. 4 Coco Gauff have been leading the push for boycotting Grand Slam events if additional compensation is not provided.
Roland Garros increased prize money by about 10% after last year's US Open rose 20% and this year's Australian Open increased 16%. The total prize pool is €61.7 million ($72 million), up €5.3 million ($6.1 million) from last year, but players say their revenue share at Roland Garros has fallen from 15.5% in 2024 to an expected 14.9% in 2026.
Players note the tournament generated €395 million ($457.7 million) in 2025, up 14% year-on-year, while prize money rose only 5.4%, reducing the players' revenue share to 14.3%. The singles champion at Roland Garros will receive €2.8 million ($3.2 million), an increase of €250,000 ($289,700) from 2025.
Mauresmo commented: "I won't tell you that everything will be resolved immediately. But discussions will continue, possibly after the tournament."
