The Diamond League Final in Zürich will offer a massive prize.
The Wanda Diamond League 2025 began on April 26 in Xiamen (China) and will conclude on August 28, with the finals being held in Zurich, Switzerland. It marks the 16th edition of the annual outdoor track and field series organized by World Athletics.
There will be four Diamond+ Disciplines at each series meeting and eight at the Wanda Diamond League Final at Weltklasse Zürich. The 2025 Wanda Diamond League will distribute a record-high US$9.24 million in prize money across its 15-event series, marking a significant increase compared to previous editions.
Athletes taking part in the 2025 Wanda Diamond League are in for a rewarding season. A massive USD 18 million has been set aside for the year, not just as prize money but also through promotional fees for standout performers.
Athletes will be provided with around US$6 million in aid for travel and medical care. The goal is to make sure competitors have everything they need to stay focused and perform at their best.
The Diamond League continues to lead the way in promoting equality, with male and female athletes earning the same prize money across all disciplines.
Per-Meet & Final Payouts
- Each of the 14 regular series meetings will offer US$500,000 in prize money.
- The Diamond League Final in Zürich will offer a massive US$2.24 million payout.
Diamond Disciplines Rewards
| Placement | Series Meetings | Final |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | US$30,000 | US$12,000 |
| 2nd | US$4,000 | US$4,000 |
| 3rd | US$3,000 | US$2,500 |
| 4th | US$2,500 | US$7,000 |
| 5th | US$2,000 | US$2,000 |
| 6th | US$1,500 | US$500 |
| 7th | US$1,000 | US$1,000 |
| 8th | US$500 | US$6,000 |
| 9th+ | US $500 | US$1,500 |
These payouts apply to the standard 32 Diamond disciplines across track & field.
Diamond+ Disciplines
Four Diamond+ events per series meet (and eight at the Final) offer boosted payouts:
| Placement | Series Meetings | Final |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | US$10,000 | US$20,000 |
| 2nd | US$5,000 | US$10,000 |
| 3rd | US$3,000 | US$6,000 |
| 4th | US$6,000 | US$5,000 |
| 5th | US$2,500 | US$4,000 |
| 6th | US$1,500 | US$3,000 |
| 7th | US$750 | US$2,000 |
| 8th | US$2,000 | US$1,000 |
| 9th+ | US$50,000 | US $1,000 |
Diamond+ payouts are significantly higher, doubling for the top spot and offering elite athletes a substantial earnings boost.
Prize Money Breakdown:
The total prize pool of USD 9.24 million will be awarded across all 32 Diamond Disciplines in the 2025 Wanda Diamond League season, with increased rewards for top finishers.
At each regular series meeting, Diamond Disciplines will award USD 10,000 to the winner, while second and third place will receive USD 6,000 and USD 4,000, respectively. Athletes finishing between 4th and 8th place will earn between USD 3,000 and USD 1,000, and those finishing beyond 8th still take home USD 500.
In the season-ending Diamond League Final, the stakes are higher. Winners will earn USD 30,000, runners-up USD 12,000, and third-placed athletes USD 7,000. Payouts extend to 9th+ place, ensuring broader athlete compensation.
For Diamond+ Disciplines, the prize money nearly doubles. The winner at a regular meet will receive USD 20,000, while the Final offers a massive USD 50,000 to event champions. Even athletes finishing as low as 12th in distance events or the ninth lane for sprints are eligible for rewards.
The Wanda League 2025 meetings will be held in the following cities:
- Xiamen
- Shanghai/Keqiao
- Doha
- Rabat
- Rome
- Oslo
- Stockholm
- Paris
- Eugene
- Monaco
- London
- Silesia
- Lausanne
- Brussels
- WDL Final in Zurich
The 2025 Diamond League season is shaping up to be not only hugely competitive but also the most lucrative yet for international track and field stars.
When will the Diamond League 2025 end?
The Wanda Diamond League 2025 began on April 26 in Xiamen (China) and will conclude on August 28.
Where will the Diamond League 2025 final take place?
The Wanda Diamond League 2025 final will take place in Zurich, Switzerland.
What is the prize money in the Diamond League 2025?
Each of the 14 regular Diamond League 2025 meetings will offer US$500,000 in prize money.
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