British Open Prize Money, Purse Announced for Season's Final Major as Scheffler Eyes Repeat
The R&A has announced a $17.75 million prize purse for the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler is among the favorites competing for the $3.2 million top prize.
Why it matters
The increase in prize money reflects the ongoing financial growth and competitive stakes in professional golf's major championships.
01:53 Featured Video MLB Draft Picks to Hit Majors First 📈 Home Golf ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP via Getty Images Golf British Open Prize Money, Purse Announced for Season's Final Major as Scheffler Eyes Repeat Paul Kasabian Jul 14, 2026 The R&A announced prize money payouts for this year's Open Championship, which begins Thursday at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England.
The total purse is $17.75 million, with the winner receiving $3.2 million, according to Cameron Jourdan of Golfweek . The purse increased by $500,000, and first prize went up by $100,000.
Here's a look at the payouts for the top 10 finishers.
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