2023 US Open: Record-Breaking Purse Announced

Major Purse Breakdown

The 123rd US Open, one of the four golf majors, has unveiled its full purse breakdown for 2023. The tournament will offer a historic $20,000,000 purse, setting a new record in golf history.

Winner's Share

The winner of the 2023 US Open will receive a record-breaking $3.6 million in prize money. This is a significant increase from the previous year's winner's share of $2.25 million.

Remaining Purse Distribution

The remaining $16.4 million in the purse will be distributed among the remaining finishers as follows: * Second place: $2.3 million * Third place: $1.5 million * Fourth place: $1.1 million * Fifth place: $850,000 * Sixth place: $725,000 * Seventh place: $650,000 * Eighth place: $600,000 * Ninth place: $550,000 * Tenth place: $500,000

Major Record-Breaking

Not only is the total purse record-breaking, but the US Open will also distribute a record-breaking amount to the players finishing outside the top 10. The total amount distributed to finishers outside the top 10 will be $2.4 million, $1 million more than the previous record set in 2022.

Conclusion

The 2023 US Open purse breakdown reflects the continued growth and popularity of golf. The record-breaking prize money is a testament to the tournament's status as one of the most prestigious events in the sport. The increased payouts to players finishing outside the top 10 also demonstrate the US Open's commitment to supporting all participants.