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U.S. Open Purse Soars to Record $22.5 Million
22 Jun
Summary
- The 2026 U.S. Open features a record $22.5 million total purse.
- The tournament winner will receive $4.5 million, a $200,000 increase.
- The USGA increased the overall prize money pool by $1 million.
The 126th U.S. Open, held at the challenging Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, has set a new record with a total prize purse of $22.5 million. This substantial increase marks a significant moment in golf's major championship landscape.
The champion of this prestigious event will be awarded $4.5 million, which is $200,000 more than the previous year's winner received. The United States Golf Association (USGA) expanded the overall prize money pool by $1 million, with the remaining funds allocated to other players making the cut.
Wyndham Clark enters Sunday's final round with a commanding six-shot lead, positioning him to potentially capture both history and the largest share of the record purse. Other major championships have also seen purse increases, with the Masters matching the U.S. Open at $22.5 million, and the PGA Championship offering $20.5 million. The Open Championship paid out $17 million in 2025.
