The Masters 2026 Prize Money: A Lucrative Reward for Golf's Elite
The prestige of the green jacket at the Masters Tournament is a timeless accolade, but in 2026, it comes with an even more substantial financial incentive. As the competition heats up at Augusta National, the prize purse has seen a significant increase, making victory more lucrative than ever before.
Record-Breaking Purse and Winner's Share
The Masters 2026 purse has been elevated to an impressive $22.5 million, equivalent to approximately £16.7 million. This marks a notable rise from the $21 million (£15.6 million) awarded in the previous year. The champion who dons the green jacket will pocket a staggering $4.5 million (£3.3 million), up from $4.2 million (£3.1 million) in 2025.
Even those finishing just behind the winner will enjoy substantial earnings. The runner-up is set to receive $2.43 million (£1.81 million), while third and fourth place will also secure over a million dollars each. Specifically, third place earns $1.53 million (£1.14 million), and fourth place takes home $1.08 million (£802,940). Notably, players who miss the cut are not left empty-handed, with each receiving $25,000 (£18,580), a group that included top contender Bryson DeChambeau and former US Open holder J.J. Spaun.
Thrilling Competition as McIlroy Defends Title
Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, remains in contention to retain his Masters title despite seeing his commanding lead diminish on Saturday. A spectacular round of 65 from Cameron Young, a winner at The Players Championship this year, has leveled the playing field, with both players tied at -11. The leaderboard is packed with talent, setting the stage for an exhilarating final round.
Sam Burns, Shane Lowry—who achieved a hole-in-one—Jason Day, and Justin Rose are all within three shots of the lead. Scottie Scheffler is just one shot further behind after delivering a scintillating 65 of his own. The competition is fierce, with the green jacket and multi-million dollar prize money on the line.
Final Round Tee Times and Viewing Details
The fourth round of the Masters 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, 12 April, with tee times beginning at 2:06pm BST. Key pairings include Rory McIlroy teeing off with Cameron Young at 7:25pm BST, while other notable groups feature Scottie Scheffler with Haotong Li at 6:52pm BST, and Jason Day with Justin Rose at 7:03pm BST.
Fans in the UK can catch all the action on Sky Sports, with coverage starting with Masters breakfast from 2:30pm BST. Sky Sports Golf will provide Featured Group action and course updates until 5pm BST, when the global broadcast window opens. Additionally, Sky Sports+ will offer live coverage of Featured Holes and Amen Corner from 5pm BST on Saturday and 4:45pm BST on Sunday. Viewers can subscribe to Sky or use NOW with a day or month pass, while Independent Sport will host a live blog with scores, news, and reaction.
As the tournament reaches its climax, the combination of sporting glory and financial reward makes the Masters 2026 a must-watch event for golf enthusiasts worldwide.
