PGA Tour returned to South Florida for the 2026 Cadillac Championship, the newest signature event on the league's schedule, offering a massive $20 million purse with a hefty $3.6 million prize for the winner.
PGA Tour Returns to the Blue Monster
The 2026 Cadillac Championship marked the PGA Tour's return to the legendary Blue Monster course at Trump National Doral in Doral, Florida. After a decade-long hiatus, the Tour made its anticipated comeback, marking the first time the event was held as a signature event.
Cameron Young's Triumph at the 2026 Cadillac Championship
In a thrilling finish, Cameron Young secured his third PGA Tour victory in 14 starts, capturing the 2026 Cadillac Championship with a commanding six-shot lead over Scottie Scheffler. Young earned $3.6 million from the $20 million purse, a significant portion of the $20 million total purse, [20% of the total purse, the largest share].
The Breakdown of the 2026 Cadillac Championship Prize Money
The 2026 Cadillac Championship offered a $20 million purse, with detailed prize money payouts as follows:
- Winner: $3,600,000 (Cameron Young)
- Second Place: $2,150,000 (Scottie Scheffler)
- Third Place: $1,320,000 (Collin Morikawa)
- Fourth Place: $920,000 (Xander Schauffele)
- Fifth Place: $760,000 (Tony Finau)
- Sixth Place: $660,000 (Justin Thomas)
- Seventh Place: $580,000 (Adam Scott)
- Eighth Place: $520,000 (Rory McIlroy)
- Ninth Place: $480,000 (Jordan Spieth)
- Tenth Place: $440,000 (Jon Rahm)
Cameron Young, who won the event, also secured a significant portion of the prize pool, with 18% of the total purse going to the winner.
This record-breaking purse for a PGA Tour event underscores the significance of the Cadillac Championship.
Next Week's PGA Tour Event, the Players Championship, promises more action and excitement.
