Masters winner is set to make $4.5 million out of a majors-record $22.5 million prize purse

Rory McIlroy could win $4.5 million if he wins the 2026 Masters, which features a record $22.5 million prize purse. The Masters' payout surpasses last year's $21 million, with other majors like the PGA Championship and U.S. Open having lower prize funds. Cameron Young recently won $4.5 million at the Players Championship with a $25 million purse.