Jannik Sinner Wins 2025 Australian Open, Earns $2.2M in Prize Money
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner clinched his second consecutive Australian Open title on Sunday, defeating Germany’s Alexander Zverev with a scoreline of 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-3.
The 23-year-old’s impressive victory marked a remarkable start to the 2024 tennis season, as he dropped only two sets throughout the tournament and earned a hefty $2.2 million in prize money.
Zverev, who earned $1.2 million for his efforts, continues to chase his elusive first Grand Slam title, having now fallen short in three finals. This latest loss adds to the mounting pressure on the 26-year-old as he seeks to break through at the highest level of the sport.
Sinner’s triumph at the Australian Open is the culmination of a dominant run that began with his first major title at this very tournament last year. He has since added a U.S. Open title to his accolades and boasts an impressive eight official ATP tournament wins in 2024 alone. In June, he made history by becoming the first Italian player to ascend to the No. 1 ranking since the ATP rankings were established in 1973.
Over the course of the year, Sinner has amassed a staggering $19.7 million in official tournament winnings and bonuses. Additionally, his participation in the unofficial Six Kings Slam in Saudi Arabia netted him an extra $6 million. His total earnings for the year are the second highest in a single season, trailing only Novak Djokovic’s record-setting 2015 haul of $21.1 million.
With a remarkable on-court record of 80 wins and just 6 losses since the beginning of 2024, Sinner’s performance has not only solidified his status as a top player but has also significantly boosted his off-court earnings. He has secured sponsorships with high-profile brands such as Nike, Head, Gucci, Lavazza, and Rolex.
However, Sinner’s journey has not been without controversy. Earlier this year, he faced scrutiny after it was revealed that he tested positive for low levels of a banned anabolic steroid in March.
Following an investigation by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA), it was concluded that Sinner bore “no fault or negligence” as the substance originated from a spray used by his physiotherapist. While the decision to clear him was appealed by the World Anti-Doping Agency, a final ruling is expected in April.
