Top 5 Tennis Players with the Highest ATP Prize Money in 2024
The top five ATP players who earned the most prize money in 2024, led by Jannik Sinner’s $16.91M and Carlos Alcaraz’s $9.85M. Full breakdown inside.
The 2024 ATP tennis season had many surprises, as new players took the spotlight. The competition was fierce for trophies and milestones, and players earned big prize money. This money came from Grand Slam tournaments, ATP Masters, and even a new event called the Six Kings Slam.
Along with prize money, tennis players also benefited from sponsorships and endorsements. This made 2024 a very profitable year for many players. Let’s look at the top five tennis players who earned the most prize money on the ATP Tour in 2024.
1. Jannik Sinner ($16.91 Million)
Jannik Sinner had an amazing year in 2024. He earned the most prize money, with a total of $16.91 million. His big win at the Australian Open was a key moment, where he took home $2.05 million. Sinner also won the ATP Finals in Turin, which gave him another $4.88 million.
But the largest paycheck came from the Six Kings Slam exhibition event, where he earned a whopping $6 million. In total, Sinner won eight titles in 2024. This helped him become the year-end World No. 1 for the first time and defend Italy’s Davis Cup title.
Here’s a breakdown of Sinner’s prize money:
| Tournament | Prize Money ($) |
|---|---|
| Australian Open | 2.05 million |
| US Open | 3.6 million |
| ATP Finals | 4.88 million |
| Six Kings Slam Exhibition | 6 million |
2. Carlos Alcaraz ($9.85 Million)
Carlos Alcaraz was Jannik Sinner’s biggest rival in 2024. He earned $9.85 million in prize money, which made him the second-highest earner of the year. Alcaraz’s biggest wins came at Roland Garros, where he won $2.51 million, and Wimbledon, which gave him $3.38 million. These victories also helped him complete the rare Channel Slam (winning Roland Garros and Wimbledon in the same year).
Alcaraz also did well at the Indian Wells Masters and the China Open, adding another $1.8 million to his earnings. He even earned $1.5 million for playing in the Six Kings Slam exhibition event.
3. Alexander Zverev ($8.83 Million)
Alexander Zverev, ranked World No. 2, finished 2024 with $8.83 million in prize money. His biggest earnings came from winning the Paris and Rome Masters, which gave him $1.9 million. Zverev also reached the semifinals at Roland Garros, earning him another $1.25 million.
His appearance at the ATP Finals in Turin added $1.52 million to his total earnings. Zverev’s consistent performance in the semifinals at various tournaments helped him boost his total earnings for the year.
4. Taylor Fritz ($6.91 Million)
Taylor Fritz, the top-ranked American player, earned $6.91 million in 2024. His biggest wins came from the ATP Finals and the US Open, where he earned $2.2 million and $1.8 million, respectively. Fritz also won the Eastbourne and Delray Beach ATP 250 events, adding $1.4 million to his total prize money.
Fritz’s performance in 2024 made him the World No. 4 and the first American US Open finalist since Andy Roddick in 2003.
5. Daniil Medvedev ($5.57 Million)
Daniil Medvedev earned $5.57 million in 2024, even though he did not win any titles. Medvedev had a challenging year, but he still reached the finals at the Australian Open and the Indian Wells Masters. These performances added $1.68 million to his total earnings.
He also earned $727,500 at the ATP Finals, despite an early exit. His semifinal appearance at Wimbledon brought him another $1.75 million. Despite a tough year, Medvedev’s consistency in reaching later stages of tournaments helped him secure his place among the top five earners.
Conclusion
In 2024, these five tennis players stood out not only for their performances but also for their huge prize money earnings. Jannik Sinner led the pack, with Carlos Alcaraz close behind. These players’ successes on the court, combined with events like the Six Kings Slam, helped make 2024 a very rewarding year for tennis stars on the ATP Tour.