Wyndham Clark Wins Record $4.5 Million at 2026 US Open
Clark’s victory pushes the US Open’s purse to $22.5 million, a 30% jump that redefines financial stakes in golf and challenges other majors to keep pace.
5 million for his victory. 5 million, a dramatic jump that places the US Open on par with the Masters in payout size. Clark's win came after a final‑round 68, edging out the field by two strokes and securing the largest champion's share ever awarded at the event.
5 million purse represents a 30 % increase over the 2025 total, reflecting concerted efforts by organizers and sponsors to boost golf's financial appeal. 8 million and the top 70 receiving payouts. The money surge underscores a broader trend of escalating stakes across major tours, aimed at retaining elite talent and attracting new competitors.
