Adam Jardy, Columbus Dispatch
Thu, June 4, 2026 at 10:02 AM UTC
For the 51st time, many of the world’s top golfers are converging on Muirfield Village Golf Club to participate in the Memorial Tournament.
From June 4-7, the field of 72 golfers will compete for a handshake from Jack Nicklaus after the final stroke, a chance to unseat the two-time reigning champion and also a significant cash prize.
Let’s take a look at the purse for the event and how much the winner will take home.
Scottie Scheffler walks to the third tee during the third round of the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin on May 31, 2025.
Who won the Memorial Tournament last year?
Scottie Scheffler won his second consecutive Memorial, defeating Ben Griffin by four strokes. He won the 2024 Memorial with a one-shot victory over Collin Morikawa.
What is the total purse for the 2026 Memorial?
The total purse for the Memorial Tournament is $20 million.
What is the winner’s share for the 2026 Memorial Tournament?
The winner’s share for the Memorial is $4 million. Here’s the rundown of the payouts for the top 10 finishers:
First: $4 million
Second: $2.2 million
Third: $1.4 million
Fourth: $1 milllion
Fifth: $840,000
Sixth: $760,000
Seventh: $700,000
Eighth: $646,000
Ninth: $600,000
10th: $556,000
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This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: Memorial Tournament purse, payout: 2026 prize money for PGA Tour event