Aryna Sabalenka vs Jessica Pegula: How Much Prize Money Will the Winner of the Miami Open Final Win?

Aryna Sabalenka vs Jessica Pegula: How Much Prize Money Will the Winner of the Miami Open Final Earn?

The memory of her “childhood dream” slipping away in the US Open final last year, courtesy of a straight-set loss to Aryna Sabalenka, likely still fuels Jessica Pegula. After that disappointment, Pegula admitted to having a “glass half empty” perspective, often losing to eventual tournament champions. Now, just months later, she has a chance to rewrite that narrative as she prepares to face Sabalenka once again in the Miami Open final.

This high-stakes match marks the first Miami Open final to feature two Top 5 players since Serena Williams’ victory over Li Na in 2014. With anticipation at an all-time high, fans are left wondering—how much prize money is at stake for the 2025 Miami Open champion?

Key Facts About the Miami Open Final:

• This will be the ninth meeting between Sabalenka and Pegula, with the Belarusian leading their head-to-head 6-2 (including 4-2 on hard courts and 2-0 in finals).
• Sabalenka has lost two consecutive finals this year (Australian Open and Indian Wells).
• Both players have already won one title each this season.
• Pegula is contesting her third final of the season.
• They are the only WTA players to reach more than two finals this year.
• Sabalenka is the sixth player this century to reach both the Indian Wells and Miami finals back-to-back.
• A victory would give Sabalenka three Top 10 wins in a single season for the second time in her career.
• If Pegula wins, she will become the oldest player to beat a world number one in a final since Martina Navratilova in 1993.

The Prize Money and Ranking Points at Stake:

The 2025 Miami Open boasts a total prize pool exceeding $9.19 million. According to the ATP’s official website:

• By reaching the final, both Sabalenka and Pegula have secured 650 PIF WTA ranking points and $597,890 in prize money.
• The champion, however, will earn 1,000 ranking points and a hefty $1,124,380.

Pre-Match Thoughts:

Jessica Pegula acknowledged Sabalenka’s dominance on hard courts, stating:

“I think she’s just a little bit better than me, results-wise—winning Australia, winning the US Open, beating me in Cincy and the US Open. It’s going to be tough. Hopefully, I can get the better of her here. That would be awesome. But, you know, I’m also really proud that I can put myself up there with one of the best hard-court players in the world. Making another final of a 1000 is huge.”

On the other hand, Sabalenka emphasized the importance of mental toughness ahead of the showdown:

“We’ve had a lot of tough matches. Cincinnati was a great level for me, but maybe not really for her. The US Open final was another crazy match. She fought hard in the second set. I don’t want to say I do something better than her, but maybe mentally, in some moments, I’m a bit tougher. But you have to bring that mental toughness every time.”

What’s at Stake for Jessica Pegula?

Beyond prize money, Pegula has a major ranking milestone within reach. Prior to the Miami Open, Coco Gauff had 6,063 ranking points, while Pegula had 5,361. With Gauff exiting in the Round of 16, Pegula’s strong performance has already earned her an extra 435 points, bringing her total to 5,796.

If Pegula wins the final, she will overtake Gauff and become the new world number three with 6,146 points, making her the top-ranked American player.

What About Sabalenka?

Regardless of the outcome, Sabalenka remains atop the WTA Rankings. With the most match wins on tour this season, she is guaranteed to hold over 10,000 ranking points for the first time in her career. A victory would give her 10,541 points.

Who Has the Edge in This Epic Battle?

As two of the world’s best hard-court players prepare to face off, will Sabalenka complete the coveted Sunshine Double, or will Pegula seize victory on home soil?

What’s your perspective?

• Can Pegula dethrone Sabalenka and become the new US number one?
• Who has the mental edge going into this final?

Share your thoughts and join the debate!