Leading tennis players have concluded their year-long campaign advocating for increased prize money at Grand Slam tournaments. The initiative, which included prominent figures such as Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Aryna Sabalenka, announced the end of the "public phase" of their protest following the conclusion of the US Open.

The players' campaign sought to have prize money at the four major tournaments reflect 22 percent of overall tournament revenue. To draw attention to their demands, some players limited their media appearances during the French Open and Wimbledon earlier this year. Plans for further demonstrations at Wimbledon were canceled shortly before the tournament began.

Tournament organizers responded with notable increases in prize funds. Wimbledon raised its total prize money to £64.2 million, marking a 20 percent increase from the previous year. The US Open similarly boosted its prize pool to £79.2 million, also up 20 percent, and pledged £1.47 million to a player welfare fund aimed at supporting competitors' well-being.

Following these developments, the newly established player advisory council, formed last month, is expected to serve as a formal channel for communication and negotiation between the players and Grand Slam officials. This body is tasked with addressing prize money distribution and other concerns directly with tournament organizers.

The resolution of this high-profile dispute underscores ongoing discussions within professional tennis regarding player compensation and welfare amid growing revenues for the sport’s marquee events.