McIlroy and Scheffler close in on Woods' earnings record

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler have surpassed $116 million in career earnings, putting them within reach of Tiger Woods' PGA Tour earnings record of $121 million this month. With significant purse increases on the Tour in recent years, both players could break this long-standing record during upcoming events, including the FedEx St. Jude Championship and BMW Championship, both with $20 million purses. Historical context shows Woods achieved this milestone over 17 seasons, while Scheffler has done so in just nine. As competition on the Tour has intensified, particularly since the advent of LIV Golf, McIlroy and Scheffler's earnings opportunities have expanded rapidly.

• 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — McIlroy, Scheffler could both top Tiger Woods’ PGA Tour earnings record this month