2026 Wyndham Championship offers $8.5 million purse with $1.53 million for winner
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Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The 2026 Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club features a total purse of $8.5 million. The winner will receive $1.53 million. This event serves as the final tournament before the PGA Tour playoffs begin, which include a $100 million payout over three weeks. Cameron Young, the defending champion, achieved a record of 22-under 258 last year, but he is not expected to reclaim the title. The tournament's payout structure includes $926,500 for second place and $586,500 for third place.
- •Total purse for 2026 Wyndham Championship is $8.5 million.
- •Winner takes home $1.53 million.
- •Cameron Young tied the tournament record last year.
- •Payouts for top finishers include $926,500 for second place.
- •FedEx Cup playoffs commence after this tournament.
- 10:02 AMYahoo Sports — Wyndham Championship purse, payout. See prize money for PGA Tour winner
"The 2026 Wyndham Championship purse grew from last year's total. See how much the winner takes in prize money from Sedgefield Country Club.
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