2012 U.S. Open prize purse will be increased by more than $ 2m . The total prize money at Flushing Meadows will top $ 25m . In addition to the increase in prize money, there are also new rules for how players can qualify for their respective tournaments, and a change of venue from Arthur Ashe Stadium ( where Wimbledon is held ) These bonuses have led to the two largest payouts in history , with Roger Federer taking $ 2.4m in 2007 and Kim Clijsters earning $ 2.2m in both 2005 and 2010 . The prizes awarded will continue to be equal for both men and women .
2012 U.S. Open prize purse will be increased by more than $ 2m . The total prize money at Flushing Meadows will top $ 25m . In addition to the increase in prize money, there are also new rules for how players can qualify for their respective tournaments, and a change of venue from Arthur Ashe Stadium ( where Wimbledon is held ) The prizes awarded will continue to be equal for both men and women .