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  • Maria Sharapova Withdraws from US Open

    Maria Sharapova Withdraws from US Open

    Maria Sharapova, the No. 3 ranked women’s tennis player in the world, has withdrawn from the US Open, citing bursitis in her left shoulder.

    David Brewer, U.S. Open tournament director, said in a statement:  “Maria has informed us that she will be unable to compete at the U.S. Open this year due to a right shoulder bursitis and has withdrawn from the tournament.  We wish her a speedy recovery and look forward to her return to New York next year.”

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  • US Open Prize Money Hits Record Levels

    US Open Prize Money Hits Record Levels

    The US Tennis Association has announced a significant increase to the prize money pool at the US Open, beginning August 26th.

    The overall pool jumps to a record $34.3 million, a significant increase on the 2012 figure of $25.5 million. The new five year deal will see prize money escalate year on year, culminating in a $50 million pool by 2017.

    The ladies and mens singles champions will both walk away $2.6 million richer – the biggest tournament winning prize in the sport.

    Additional bonuses may also be awarded to the overall winner based on pre-US Open hardcourt events.

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    The full breakdown is as follows:

    • Winners – $2.6 million
    • Runners Up – $1.3 million
    • Semi-Final Losers – $650,000
    • Quarter Final Losers – $325,000
    • 4th Round Losers – $165,000
    • 3rd Round Losers – $93,000
    • 2nd Round Losers – $53,000
    • 1st Round Losers – $32,000

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