US Open Prize Money Payout Increases in 2024
Bryson DeChambeau to Receive Record-Breaking Payout
New Payout Structure to Benefit More Players
The United States Golf Association (USGA) has announced a significant increase in the purse for the 2024 US Open at Pinehurst No. 2. The total prize money will jump by $15 million to $17.5 million, making it the highest payout in the history of the tournament. This move is part of the USGA's ongoing commitment to increasing the value of its events.
Bryson DeChambeau, the winner of the 2023 US Open, will receive the largest share of the increased prize money. His payout will surpass the $2.25 million received by Matt Fitzpatrick in 2023. The runner-up will receive $1.5 million, and the third-place finisher will earn $1 million. All players who make the cut will receive a minimum of $50,000.
The new payout structure is designed to benefit more players down the leaderboard. In previous years, the vast majority of the prize money was awarded to the top finishers. The USGA believes that the new structure will provide a more equitable distribution of the funds.
The increased prize money is a reflection of the growing popularity of the US Open. The tournament is one of the four major championships in professional golf, and it attracts some of the best players in the world. The USGA is hoping that the increased prize money will help to attract even more top players to the event.
The 2024 US Open will be held from June 16-19 at Pinehurst No. 2 in North Carolina. The tournament is expected to be one of the most exciting events on the golf calendar.
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