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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Eleanor Crooks

Coco Gauff leads calls for Grand Slam prize money to be increased further

Tennis star Coco Gauff is spearheading demands for Grand Slam tournaments to significantly boost prize money, highlighting an ongoing contention between top players and the sport's major events.

This month, the Australian Open revealed a 16 per cent increase in its prize fund, reaching AU$111.5 million (approximately £56 million), with singles champions set to receive over £2 million apiece.

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