ATP Challenger Prize purse rises to record $32.4 million in 2026 | ATP Tour
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2026 ATP Challenger Prize purse rises to record $32.4 million
ATP Challenger Tour prize money surges by an unprecedented 167% since 2022
October 24, 2025
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ATP Challenger Tour prize money will hit record high in 2026.
via press release
The ATP announced that the ATP Challenger Tour prize money for the 2026 season will reach a record $32.4 million, with singles prize money increasing by $5 million compared to 2025. Challenger Tour prize money has soared an unprecedented 167% since 2022, driven by the launch of OneVision, the ATP’s long-term strategic plan.
Under OneVision’s leadership, key drivers of growth include the commercialization of Tennis Data Innovation (TDI) rights, the launch of premium Challenger 175 events and the establishment of a dedicated Challenger Tour team to oversee new revenue streams.
The global expansion of media rights distribution in 2025 – including a landmark partnership with Tennis Channel – marks another major investment in growing the sport at this level. The event is now broadcast in 20 countries, with a record total viewership of 33.8 million, and has cemented the Challenger Tour’s position as an international platform showcasing the sport’s future stars.
Enhancements planned for 2026 include expanding the event calendar from 216 to 265 events. With the addition of 50 new Challenger 50 events, players will have more opportunities to compete and progress, further strengthening their path to a career on the ATP Tour.
Andrea Gaudenzi, ATP Chairman, said: “Challenger Tour prize money has almost tripled since 2022. This is what OneVision is about – laying the foundation for investment in our sport to provide greater financial security to more players. There is more room for growth and we are working hard to unlock opportunities to build on this progress.”
