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U.S. Open Purse Raised to $22.5 Million; Winner to Receive $4.5 Million

USGA officials framed the boost as a reflection of the championship’s stature rather than a direct purse race.

Jun 16, 2022; Brookline, Massachusetts, USA; The tournament logo is seen through fescue grass on the second green during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at The Country Club. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • The USGA announced on Wednesday, June 17 that it raised the 2026 U.S. Open purse to $22.5 million, which produces a $4.5 million winner’s check.
  • The new total matches the Masters’ purse of $22.5 million and follows the PGA Championship’s increase to $20.5 million this year.
  • USGA CEO Mike Whan said the decision reflects pride in the championship and repeatedly insisted the U.S. Open is "not in a race" to outpay other events.
  • The USGA also raised the U.S. Women’s Open purse to $12.5 million earlier in June, but a large gap remains between men’s and women’s major payouts.
  • Prize growth traces back to changes since 2022, when entrants such as LIV Golf introduced much larger purses, and that shift may prompt further increases from organizers like the R&A for the Open Championship.