
Rory, Bryson, Scheffler top Masters storylines heading to Augusta
Rory McIlroy chases the Grand Slam, Scottie Scheffler eyes a third green jacket, and Bryson DeChambeau seeks his first at the 2025 Masters.
The 2025 Masters Tournament is just around the corner, enticing golf fans and passionate players alike as the sport’s elite prepare to battle it out at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club. All eyes will be on World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler as he aims for an impressive third green jacket in four years and a jaw-dropping winner’s share.
This year’s purse for the Masters has reached a staggering **$20 million**, marking a remarkable increase of **$2 million** from last year’s total of **$18 million**. In 2024, Scottie Scheffler proudly claimed the winner’s share of **$3.6 million**, while runner-up Ludvig Åberg pocketed an impressive **$2.1 million**. Notably, beloved players Collin Morikawa and Max Homa each walked away with **$1 million** from this illustrious tournament.
Prize Payouts: How Much Does the Winner Make?
As the anticipation builds, the breakdown of the prize money for the **2025 Masters Tournament** will soon be unveiled. The total purse of **$20 million** will be distributed among the top performers, making every swing and putt count. Here’s a look back at the prize earnings of previous winners:
- 2024 Winner’s Share: **$3.6 million** (Scottie Scheffler)
- 2023 Winner’s Share: **$3.24 million** (Jon Rahm)
- 2022 Winner’s Share: **$2.7 million** (Scottie Scheffler)
- 2023 Winner’s Share: **$2.07 million** (Hideki Matsuyama)
- 2020 Winner’s Share: **$1.8 million** (Dustin Johnson)
When and Where Will the Tournament Take Place?
Mark your calendars! The **89th edition of the Masters** is set to unfold from **Thursday, April 10**, to **Sunday, April 13**, at the **Augusta National Golf Club**, renowned as the first major golf tournament of the year.
Golf enthusiasts can catch all the action live on **CBS and ESPN**, with CBS promising expanded coverage for the final rounds this year. Here’s what you need to know:
- Dates: Thursday, April 10 – Sunday, April 13
- Time: First tee off on Thursday scheduled for **8 a.m. ET**
- Where: Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, Georgia
- TV: CBS, ESPN
- Stream: Available on **Paramount+** and **Fubo**, which is currently offering free trials for new users.