The 2026 The Masters once again delivered a record-breaking prize purse at Augusta National Golf Club, with the world’s best golfers competing not just for the iconic green jacket, but for millions of dollars in winnings.
After an electrifying final round, Rory McIlroy emerged as champion, taking home a staggering $3.6 million from the total purse. His victory didn’t just secure history — it also came with one of the biggest payouts in golf.
Close behind him, Scottie Scheffler finished runner-up and earned approximately $2.16 million, continuing his incredible run of consistency at major championships.
Here’s how the top finishers stacked up financially:
- 1st – Rory McIlroy: $3.6 million
- 2nd – Scottie Scheffler: $2.16 million
- 3rd place: around $1.36 million
- 4th place: about $960,000
- 5th place: roughly $800,000
Players who finished inside the top 10 all walked away with over $500,000, showing just how lucrative The Masters has become. Even those further down the leaderboard still earned significant payouts, with every golfer who made the cut receiving a share of the purse.
What makes this even more remarkable is how the prize money continues to grow year after year. The Masters remains one of the most prestigious — and rewarding — tournaments in golf, combining tradition with massive financial stakes.
For McIlroy, the 2026 victory was about legacy, but the $3.6 million reward is a powerful reminder of just how high the stakes are at Augusta. Meanwhile, players like Scottie Scheffler and the rest of the field proved that even without the green jacket, Augusta still pays off in a big way.
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