In April, prize money at Augusta National surpassed the U.S. Open with a $1.5 million bump over the 2025 Masters.

The winner at Shinnecock Hills will claim more than $4 million for the year’s third major. Here are 18 more numbers to know about the 2026 U.S. Open.

U.S. Open prize purse raised by USGA to $22.5 million for 2026. Champion gets $4.5 million at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

In April, prize money at Augusta National surpassed the U.S. Open with a $1.5 million bump over the 2025 Masters.

The U.S. Open got a little richer. The tournament increased its purse to $22.5 million, matching the Masters as golf’s highest-paying major.