Following is an evolution of the prize money awarded to singles champions at Wimbledon since tennis turned professional in 1968 (all figures in pounds sterling).
Men Women
1968 2,000 750
1970 3,000 1,500
1975 10,000 7,000
1980 20,000 18,000
1985 130,000 117,000
1990 230,000 207,000
1995 365,000 328,000
2000 477,500 430,000
2005 630,000 600,000
2007 700,000 700,000
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