Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, the top two players in men’s tennis, faced a significant financial setback due to ATP Tour penalties. The ATP Tour’s bonus pool rankings, which offer substantial financial rewards, were always a possibility for these stars. However, their success was cut short due to rule violations. The total bonus pool for 2025 was a substantial $21 million, a significant increase from the previous year’s $11.5 million. This pool is allocated based on ATP Rankings points earned at marquee events, with strict rules governing the distribution of cash. Alcaraz, who topped the bonus pool list, was set to receive a substantial $4.8 million. However, a crucial rule reduced his reward by 25% for missing the Canadian Open and Shanghai Masters due to withdrawal and injury. As a result, Alcaraz’s payment was significantly reduced to $2.4 million, which will be added to his impressive season earnings of $18,803,427. Sinner, on the other hand, faced a different challenge. He missed four ATP Masters 1000 tournaments due to a doping ban and personal choice, resulting in a complete absence from bonus pool payments. Despite finishing second in the 2025 table behind Alcaraz, Sinner’s earnings took a hit. The ATP Tour also offers additional cash through a profit-sharing scheme based on ATP Masters 1000 event successes. In 2024, Sinner and Alexander Zverev were the top earners, with substantial payouts. The 2025 profit-sharing distribution payments are yet to be confirmed, but Alcaraz and Sinner are expected to benefit once again. Additionally, Alcaraz will receive further bonuses from ATP 500 events, which he topped in the 2025 rankings.