Players at the French Open are planning a media protest to express their discontent over the prize money share. A group of players, including top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, have threatened to limit their media appearances to 15 minutes during the traditional pre-tournament media day.
The players are seeking a better share of the revenue, which they claim has decreased from 15.5% in 2024 to 14.9% projected in 2026. They argue that the event generated 395 million euros in 2025, a 14% year-on-year increase, yet prize money rose by just 5.4%, reducing players' share of revenue to 14.3%.
The French tennis federation (FFT) has proposed a meeting with the players and their representatives to discuss governance issues and the distribution of value. However, the players remain dissatisfied with the current situation and are seeking better representation, health options, and pensions from the four Grand Slam tournaments.
