The total payout for the 2026 Masters Tournament is expected to be at least $21 million, continuing the tradition of substantial prize money in this prestigious event.
In 2025, champion Rory McIlroy took home $4.2 million, while runner-up Justin Rose earned $2.268 million. Players finishing in the top four, including Patrick Reed and Scottie Scheffler, also benefited significantly, each earning over $1 million.
The payout structure for the 2026 Masters will be announced later in the tournament after the cut is made, but the trend of increasing payouts is clear. In 2025, even players who did not make the cut received a minimum of $25,000.
The 2025 Masters saw a total payout increase of $1 million from the previous year, highlighting the tournament’s growing financial stature. Notably, Bryson DeChambeau and Sungjae Im earned nearly $800,000 each for tying for fifth place, while Ludvig Aberg received just over $700,000 for his seventh-place finish.
A four-way tie for eighth place in 2025 was worth $588,000, showcasing the tournament’s commitment to rewarding players at all levels of performance.
Rory McIlroy is not only looking to defend his title but also aims to become the fourth player in history to win back-to-back championships at Augusta National, a feat last accomplished by Tiger Woods.
As the tournament approaches, golf enthusiasts are eager to see how the payout structure will evolve and what it means for the players competing in 2026. Details remain unconfirmed, but the excitement surrounding the Masters continues to build.