2025 PGA Championship Purse: A Deep Dive into the Payout Breakdown
As the excitement builds for the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, all eyes are on World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, who is aiming for his third major title. But, what’s thrilling beyond the competition itself is the staggering financial rewards at stake. Let’s take an engaging look at the complete breakdown of the PGA Championship purse and just how lucrative these payouts are!
How Much Money Is Up for Grabs?
The PGA Championship has shown a remarkable trend of increasing its purse over the past few years. In 2020, the total purse was a modest $11 million. Fast forward to 2023, and it grew to $12 million. The subsequent years saw further jumps: $15 million in 2022, $17.5 million in 2023, and $18.5 million in 2024.
This year marks another milestone with a record-breaking total purse of $19 million. Although this figure is impressive, it remains just shy of last week’s $20 million at the Truist Championship and still trails the $25 million offering at The Players Championship, the richest in golf.
A Closer Look at Winner’s Share
The stakes could not be higher! The victor of the 2025 PGA Championship will take home a whopping $3.42 million—a life-changing sum. Notably, this year, every competitor finishing in the top three will also earn over seven figures, while players reaching the 32nd place will pocket a comfortable six-figure payout.
Here’s the Breakdown of the Payouts:
- 1st Place: $3,420,000
- 2nd Place: $2,052,000
- 3rd Place: $1,292,000
- 4th Place: $912,000
- 5th Place: $760,000
- 6th Place: $683,880
- 7th Place: $640,220
- 8th Place: $598,270
- 9th Place: $558,140
- 10th Place: $519,830
From 11th to 32nd Place, players will still earn between $483,360 and $100,770, ensuring that a substantial reward is available for many competitors.
Final Thoughts
As the tournament unfolds, keep an eye on not only the thrilling golf but also the impressive financial stakes that make the PGA Championship a centerpiece of the golfing calendar. The journey to the top is paved with hard work, dedication, and, of course, the potential for a significant financial windfall.
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With the purses continuing to grow, the anticipation for the 2025 PGA Championship builds not just for the love of the game but for the chance to secure a legendary financial legacy in the world of golf.
