U.S. Women’s Open announces record $12.5 million prize purse

The U.S. Women’s Open will feature a record $12.5 million purse when it begins on Thursday. This amount surpasses the previous high of $12 million set in 2024 and 2025. The prize increase is backed by presenting sponsor Ally, reflecting a trend of rising prize money in women's golf. Notable increases have been seen in other major championships, including the Chevron Championship and the AIG Women’s Open, which is set to introduce a $10 million purse. The U.S. Women’s Open will be televised across NBC networks during the four-day tournament and may signal potential adjustments for the upcoming men’s U.S. Open.

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