The 2025 US Open is shaping up to be an exhilarating showdown for golf’s elite, as players vie for both glory and a lucrative prize pot. With millions at stake, every swing counts!
While last year’s champion, Bryson DeChambeau, earned an impressive sum, this year’s competition at Oakmont is proving challenging even for seasoned pros like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, as they struggle to stay in contention.
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With the tension rising, the stakes couldn’t be higher for players like Sam Burns, J.J. Spaun, Adam Scott, and Viktor Hovland as they gear up for the final round. What’s at stake for the 2025 tournament? Let’s dive into the lavish prize money on offer.
The Prize Money Breakdown for the US Open 2025
The total **prize pot** for the 2025 US Open is a staggering **$21.5 million**. This amount mirrors last year’s record-breaking prize, setting the stage for golf’s best to earn substantial rewards.
The victor will receive a mouth-watering **$4.3 million**, overshadowing the earnings at other major tournaments this year. For instance, McIlroy’s solid performance at the Masters saw him take home just shy of this amount, while Scheffler pocketed **$3 million** for his triumph at the PGA Championship.
Here’s how the prize money cascades down for the top placements:
Detailed Payout Breakdown
Payout for Top 20 Finishers
- 1st: $4,300,000
- 2nd: $2,322,000
- 3rd: $1,445,062
- 4th: $1,013,040
- 5th: $843,765
- 6th: $748,154
- 7th: $674,491
- 8th: $604,086
- 9th: $546,720
- 10th: $502,174
- 11th: $458,280
- 12th: $423,729
- 13th: $394,829
- 14th: $364,829
- 15th: $338,332
- 16th: $316,602
- 17th: $299,218
- 18th: $281,834
- 19th: $264,450
- 20th: $247,067
Further down the line, places 7 and 8 receive $674,000 and approximately $600,000, respectively. Notably, even players placing in the top 10 will secure just over $500,000!
Mike Whan, CEO of the USGA, expressed confidence in their competitive prize structure, stating, “Our purse is **$21.5 million**. Winner’s check is **$4.3 million**. We didn’t raise our purse this year, but we want to ensure that the monetary rewards reflect the significant achievements in our sport.”
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How to Follow the US Open 2025
The 125th edition of the US Open will take place from **Thursday, June 12, to Sunday, June 15**, at the historic Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania. With the action kicking off at **11:45 AM UK time** on the first two days and **1:00 PM** over the weekend, fans won’t want to miss any moment!
You can catch all the excitement live on talkSPORT and talkSPORT 2. Alternatively, tune in via the **talkSPORT app**, DAB digital radio, your smart speaker, or on AM station **1089 or 1053**. For UK viewers, Sky Sports Golf will also provide live coverage of this thrilling event.
