Prize Money
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total prize money | $21,664,000 |
| Men's Singles Winner | $1,600,000 |
| Men's Singles Runner-up | $800,000 |
| Women's Singles Winner | $1,600,000 |
| Women's Singles Runner-up | $800,000 |
| Men's Doubles Winners | $420,000 |
| Men's Doubles Runners-up | $210,000 |
| Women's Doubles Winners | $420,000 |
| Women's Doubles Runners-up | $210,000 |
| Mixed Doubles Winners | $150,000 |
| Mixed Doubles Runners-up | $70,000 |
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