American Express 2026 Prize Money: Complete $9.2 Million Payout Breakdown
In 2026, Scottie Scheffler made headlines by winning the American Express championship, marking his 20th career win on the PGA Tour. This victory earned him a substantial prize of $1,656,000. With this win, Scheffler became only the third golfer to surpass $100 million in earnings during his career.
2026 American Express Championship Overview
The tournament took place in La Quinta, California, where Scheffler showcased an impressive performance. He finished the event at 27 under par, outperforming competitors such as Si Woo Kim and 18-year-old Blades Brown, who were vying for the top spots during the final round.
Final Standings
Several players competed fiercely for the top positions, but none matched Scheffler’s dominance. The following players rounded out the leaderboard:
- Tied for Second Place: Jason Day, Ryan Gerard, Andrew Putnam, and Matt McCarty – each earning $489,100.
- Tied for Sixth Place: Sam Stevens, Tom Hoge, and Si Woo Kim – all received $255,500.
- Tied for Ninth Place: Sahith Theegala, Russell Henley, Haotong Li, and Austin Smotherman – each earned $191,625.
- Tied for Thirteenth Place: David Ford, Zach Bauchou, Patrick Cantlay, Jacob Bridgeman, and Wyndham Clark – each took home $134,685.
Payout Breakdown for the 2026 American Express
The total purse for the championship was an impressive $9.2 million. Below is a detailed payout breakdown for the tournament:
| Position | Player | Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scottie Scheffler | $1,656,000 |
| T2 | Jason Day | $489,100 |
| T2 | Ryan Gerard | $489,100 |
| T2 | Andrew Putnam | $489,100 |
| T2 | Matt McCarty | $489,100 |
| T6 | Sam Stevens | $255,500 |
| T6 | Tom Hoge | $255,500 |
| T6 | Si Woo Kim | $255,500 |
| T9 | Sahith Theegala | $191,625 |
| T18 | Blades Brown | $93,318 |
| T24 | Harry Hall | $64,605 |
The 2026 American Express championship highlighted Scheffler’s exceptional talent and solidified his place among the top golfers in the sport. With a total purse of $9.2 million, the tournament remains an important milestone in the PGA Tour’s annual calendar.
