Novak Djokovic Eliminated in First Round of U.S. Open Amid Record Prize Pool

Tennis champion Novak Djokovic suffered a first-round defeat at the U.S. Open but will still earn $140,000 for his participation, as the tournament distributes a record $108 million in player compensation.

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Tennis star Novak Djokovic was knocked out during the first round of the U.S. Open—but he’ll still walk away with $140,000, and millions off-court

The U.S. Open is offering $108 million in player compensation this year, the largest package in tennis history. The singles champion alone will take home over $5 million.

By Emma Burleigh

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Novak Djokovic Eliminated in First Round of U.S. Open Amid Record Prize Pool

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Tennis star Novak Djokovic was knocked out during the first round of the U.S. Open—but he’ll still walk away with $140,000, and millions off-court

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