Coverage dated October 1, 2026

WTA announces 'major milestone' with equal prize money at Italian Open and other big events in 2027

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ROME (AP) — Billie Jean King has often said that she was moved to form the women’s pro tennis circuit after earning $600 for her 1970 Italian Open title — while Ilie Nastase took home $3,500 for winning the men’s…

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    WTA announces 'major milestone' with equal prize money at Italian Open and other big events in 2027 (opens WFMZ Allentown)

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    ROME (AP) — Billie Jean King has often said that she was moved to form the women’s pro tennis circuit after earning $600 for her 1970 Italian Open title — while Ilie Nastase took home $3,500 for winning the men’s…

  2. The Guardian

    Women’s tennis tour announces prize money parity with men’s events (opens The Guardian)

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    WTA announces ‘major milestone’ in fight for equality Combined WTA 1000 events to award equal prize money All combined WTA 1000 tournaments will award women equal prize ⁠money to the men from 2027, the Women’s Tennis Association has announced, ⁠with the Italian ⁠Open ​and other major events joining …

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