What is the prize money for the PGA British Open?
The most prestigious golf tournament is known for also being a big payout course, and we tell you how much.
Get ready to witness a golfing spectacle like no other as 156 golfing maestros from every nook and cranny of the world converge upon the magnificent Royal Liverpool greens this week. It’s going to be a swinging affair! Prepare to witness golfers channeling their inner gladiators, armed with their trusty clubs and fueled by the allure of a jaw-dropping treasure trove.
The battle for the coveted 2023 Open Championship title is about to unfold, and these athletes will be swinging with a determination that would make even the most focused Zen master envious. Get ready for a clash of titans that will make history tremble in awe!
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The Open in 1947. The Open in 2023.@RLGCHoylake, a timeless stage. pic.twitter.com/vxBRcr9Q85
— The Open (@TheOpen) July 17, 2023
But how much money will the winner of The Open tournament make?
The R&A just cranked up the prize money dial for the 2023 Champion of The Open. They’re throwing a cool $3 million into the winner’s pockets. Talk about a hole-in-one for the bank account. The runner-up and third-place finishers will be, pocketing a cool little sum of over $1.7 million and a solid $1 million. Those who don’t quite make the grade will be generously gifted between $12,000 and $8,500.
How the purse money is distributed:
- $3,000,000
- $1,708,000
- $1,095,000
- $851,000
- $684,500
- $593,000
- $509,500
- $429,700
- $377,000
- $340,500