Prize money for 2026 U.S. Women's Open reaches $12.5 million
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 8:47 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The USGA has increased the purse for the 2026 U.S. Women's Open to $12.5 million, signifying a $500,000 hike from 2025. This championship, being held at Riviera Country Club, has seen substantial growth in payouts, having risen from $5.5 million five years ago. The LPGA will offer a record total of $132 million in prize money this season, reflecting a broader trend in women's golf. Further details on the prize distribution will be released after the cut, which occurs later this week.
- •Overall purse increased by $500,000 from 2025
- •Total purse has grown from $5.5 million in 2021
- •LPGA will distribute a record $132 million this season
- •Details on prize distribution will be updated after the cut
- •U.S. Women's Open purse was only $10,000 in 1965
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"The USGA has increased the purse for the U.S. Women's Open to $12.5 million, $500,000 more than in 2025. And to think only five years ago it was just $5.5 million
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