2026 PGA Championship purse hits record $20.5 million - NBC Sports
The 2026 PGA Championship has increased its total purse by $1.5 million over last year's edition of the major championship.
www.nbcsports.comThe prize money for the 2026 PGA Championship claims a record $20.5 million with the winner earning 3,690,000 dollars. The largest in event history purse reflects a rise of $1.5M from 2025. The payout prize money announcement came ahead of the Aronimink layout in prize-money communications. Competitors face a significant financial incentive as they contend for the Wanamaker Trophy at Aronimink Golf Club. Organisers note how the winnings distribute among the 82 golfers who made the cut, with the top shares awarded to the winner. Reuters reports that the first major victory could deliver substantial payouts for the champion. Prize money at Aronimink is being tracked by fans as golf history is written.