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How Much Does the Masters Winner Earn? Breaking Down Golf's Top Prize

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The annual Masters Tournament, held at Augusta National Golf Club, offers one of golf's most prestigious titles and a record-breaking purse. The winner receives $2,070,000—the largest share of any men's major championship. This sum comes from a total purse exceeding $20 million, distributed across 135 players based on performance.

The figure marks a 10% increase from last year, reflecting the event's growing financial stakes and global appeal. The prize structure rewards not only the champion but also runners-up, those who make the cut, and past champions, ensuring broad participation incentives.