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How much prize money does the winner get at the 2023 BMW PGA Championship?
Comprehensive overview of the prize money distribution and total purse for the 2023 BMW PGA Championship, hosted in Wentworth, England.
The BMW PGA Championship 2023, scheduled at Wentworth from September 14 to 17, offers a record-breaking total prize purse of $9 million, making it one of the most lucrative victories in professional golf. This year, the total prize has increased by $1 million, promising an even more exciting showdown on the greens.
The DP World Tour event winner will walk away with an astounding prize of $1.53 million, which will raise the stakes and the thrill of the tournament.
All eyes will be on Shane Lowry, the reigning champion who claimed victory in 2022, as he attempts to secure back-to-back triumphs at the BMW PGA Championship. Lowry is in excellent form following an impressive T3 finish at the recent Irish Open.
The tournament boasts a star-studded lineup that includes some of the biggest names in golf, such as Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm. Additionally, several European Ryder Cup team members, including Viktor Hovland and Ludvig Aberg, are set to compete. Aberg, the former amateur world number one in particular, will make his Ryder Cup debut next week, representing Team Europe and adding an extra layer of anticipation to the already exciting event.
Prize money breakdown for the top 10 at the 2023 BMW PGA Championship
| Ranking | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| 1 | $1,530,000 |
| 2 | $990,000 |
| 3 | $567,000 |
| 4 | $450,000 |
| 5 | $381,600 |
| 6 | $315,000 |
| 7 | $270,000 |
| 8 | $225,000 |
| 9 | $201,600 |
| 10 | $180,000 |