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Scheffler Poised to Eclipse Tiger Woods' Money Record
30 Aug
Summary
- Scheffler can surpass Tiger Woods' career earnings record at the Tour Championship.
- Woods has held the top spot on the money list for 26 years since February 2000.
- Inflation and increased purse sizes are factors in the changing earnings landscape.
Scottie Scheffler is set to claim a significant PGA Tour record, potentially surpassing Tiger Woods' career money list standing during the Tour Championship. Woods has maintained the No. 1 position on this list for 26 years, accumulating $120,199,166. Scheffler, currently in third place heading into the final round, needs just over $600,000 to take the lead.
Rory McIlroy also has an opportunity to move past Woods on the earnings list. The Tour Championship offers a substantial $10 million prize for the winner. It's important to note that this record-breaking figure does not account for inflation, which would significantly increase Woods' earnings when adjusted. Additionally, prize money pools have drastically expanded since Woods' prime, with current top payouts dwarfing those from earlier eras.
