2025 Masters Prize Money: Record $4.2 Million Payday for Champion
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The 2025 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club features a record $21 million purse, a $1 million increase from 2024. The winner will receive $4.2 million, up from Scottie Scheffler's $3.6 million prize last year.
Rory McIlroy leads at 12-under going into the final round, two shots ahead of Bryson DeChambeau. A victory would complete McIlroy's career grand slam, making him just the sixth golfer to achieve this feat alongside Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods.
Notable payouts include:
- Runner-up: $2.268 million
- Third place: $1.428 million
- Fourth place: $1.008 million
New for 2025: Professionals who miss the cut receive $25,000 each, up from $10,000 in 2024.
Final 2025 Masters Payout Breakdown:
- Rory McIlroy - $4.2 million
- Justin Rose - $2.268 million
- Patrick Reed - $1.428 million
- Scottie Scheffler - $1.008 million 5T. Sungjae Im - $798,000 5T. Bryson DeChambeau - $798,000
- Ludvig Aberg - $703,500 8T. Jason Day - $588,000 8T. Corey Conners - $588,000 8T. Xander Schauffele - $588,000 8T. Zach Johnson - $588,000
[Complete payout list continues through 52nd place, with remaining professionals receiving prizes below $51,660 based on scores]
For context, recent major championship winner's checks include:
- Players Championship: $4.5 million (Rory McIlroy)
- U.S. Open: $4.3 million (Bryson DeChambeau)
- PGA Championship: $3.33 million (Xander Schauffele)
- Open Championship: $3.1 million (Xander Schauffele)