The competition between Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka is intensifying not only on the court but also in terms of prize money earnings as they vie for the top spots in the WTA. As of June 2025, the race for the highest-earning female tennis player is heating up, with both players having already achieved significant success this season.
Current Standings in Prize Money
As of June 30, 2025, Aryna Sabalenka leads the WTA in prize money earnings with $5.98 million. Iga Swiatek is currently fifth with $3.23 million. Coco Gauff is third with $5.56 million.
Factors Influencing Prize Money
Several factors influence a player’s prize money earnings, including performance in major tournaments, consistency throughout the season, and participation in high-paying events.
Grand Slam Performance
Grand Slam tournaments offer the most prize money and ranking points. Winning or reaching the final stages of these prestigious events significantly boosts a player’s earnings. In 2024, Sabalenka won the Australian Open and US Open, finishing as the top earner with $9.73 million. Swiatek, who won the French Open in 2020, 2022, 2023 and 2024, has also greatly benefited from her success in major tournaments.
WTA 1000 Events
WTA 1000 tournaments also contribute significantly to a player’s earnings. These events feature top players and offer substantial prize money for winners and runners-up. Sabalenka won the Madrid Open and Miami Open in 2025, earning over $1 million for each victory.
Year-End Championships
The WTA Finals, which features the top eight players in the rankings, offers a large purse. The 2024 WTA Finals had a purse exceeding $14 million, making it a lucrative event for those who qualify.
Iga Swiatek’s Performance and Earnings
Iga Swiatek, currently ranked No. 4 in the world, has had a strong start to the 2025 season. She reached the final of the United Cup and the Australian Open. Swiatek has 22 WTA Tour-level singles titles, including four French Open titles (2020, 2022, 2023, and 2024) and one US Open title (2022).
Aryna Sabalenka’s Performance and Earnings
Aryna Sabalenka is currently ranked No. 1 in the world. Sabalenka has won the Brisbane title and reached the finals of the Australian Open and Indian Wells in 2025.
Historical Context and Gender Pay Gap
In 2022, Iga Swiatek’s dominance nearly made her the highest-paid tennis player in a single season since 2003. However, the gender pay gap in tennis remains significant. For example, the Cincinnati Open in 2024 paid approximately $6.8 million to male players and only $3.2 million to female players.
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