The 108th PGA Championship is set to tee off on Thursday, May 14, at the historic Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. All eyes will be on world number one Scottie Scheffler as he returns to defend his title, but he'll face stiff competition from Rory McIlroy, who is fresh off defending his Masters crown last month and looking to add a third PGA Championship—and seventh major—to his resume.
Beyond the prestige and the trophy, there's serious money on the line. While the official purse hasn't been announced yet, last year's event offered a staggering $19 million prize pool, with $3.42 million going to the champion. With the PGA Tour boasting over $400 million in combined purses this season, we took a closer look at the wealthiest players stepping onto the course at Aronimink.
Leading the pack is Xander Schauffele, with an estimated net worth of $60 million. After a breakout 2024 season that saw him capture two major titles—the PGA Championship and The Open Championship—his career PGA Tour earnings have soared past $66 million, making him the richest player in the field.
Not far behind, Matt Fitzpatrick has built an estimated $13 million net worth. The Englishman claimed his first major at the 2022 US Open and has 11 career victories. With over $40 million in PGA Tour prize money and endorsement deals from Rolex, Skechers, and Titleist, he's been a consistent force on the course and off it.
Sam Burns has quietly amassed over $46 million in total career winnings, including $37 million from PGA Tour play. He's already earned over $1.2 million in the 2026 season alone, and his endorsement portfolio—featuring Callaway Golf, TravisMathew, NetJets, Mastercard, ADP, and RBC—adds an estimated $1–$2 million annually to his income.
Cameron Young's bank account got a major boost after his victory at the 2026 Players Championship, which added $4.5 million to his net worth. With total career earnings now exceeding $38 million—including over $37 million in official PGA Tour prize money and $11 million already in 2026—he's a rising star with sponsorships from Empower, iCapital, Cisco, Titleist, and Major League Baseball.
As the world's best players prepare to battle for the Wanamaker Trophy, one thing is clear: whether they're defending champions or hungry challengers, the stakes—and the paychecks—have never been higher.