US Open: Record prize money revealed
The most lucrative prize in golf's major history is up for grabs for the US Open at Pinehurst No.2 this week.
www.bunkered.co.ukHere’s the latest I can provide on the US Open golf purse.
- The U.S. Open purse has been at a record level in recent years, with 2024 totaling $21.5 million and a winner’s share of $4.3 million. This set a new benchmark for major championships and was unchanged in 2025, continuing at the same level as 2024. [citation sources indicate the USGA and major outlets reported $21.5M purse and $4.3M winner’s share for 2024, with the purse reiterated for 2025]
- Context: The USGA increased the purse substantially over the past several years, growing from about $12.5 million a few years earlier to $21.5 million, reflecting a leadership push to elevate major prize money. [sources track the historical increase in purse size and the stated rationale from USGA leadership]
Notes:
- For the most current single-tournament purse and winner’s share (if there were any changes after 2024), I can look up the latest official USGA announcements or trusted golf outlets and provide a precise figure with citations.
- If you’d like, I can pull the latest verified numbers and present a quick summary with the exact winner’s share, total purse, and notable payout milestones in a small table.