Jon Rahm tops Forbes' list of highest-paid golfers for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Jon Rahm has been named the highest-paid golfer for the third consecutive year, according to Forbes' 2026 list. He earned $111 million over the past year, significantly bolstered by his contract with LIV Golf and tournament winnings. The overall earnings of the top ten golfers have decreased by 12% compared to last year. Notable omissions from the list include Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson, which contributed to this decline. Rahm's success comes amidst uncertainty for LIV Golf's future as funding for the tour remains in question.
- •Rahm's total earnings surpass $400 million over three years.
- •LIV Golf's financial backing is uncertain after this season.
- •Total earnings for the top ten golfers fell to $536 million.
- •Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson are no longer on the list.
- •PGA Tour has increased prize money and bonuses in recent years.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — The World’s Highest-Paid Golfers 2026
"See Forbes' 2026 list of the highest-paid golfers, featuring LIV Golf's Jon Rahm and the PGA's Scottie Scheffler among ten stars who made $536 million in the past year.
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