Masters Tournament: Discover Player Earnings and Points in Augusta
The 2026 Masters Tournament concluded with Rory McIlroy emerging victorious at Augusta National Golf Club. This marked the 90th edition of the prestigious tournament. McIlroy finished with a score of 12-under 276, clinching the title by a narrow one-stroke margin over Scottie Scheffler.
Player Earnings and Points
With this win, McIlroy earned 750 FedExCup points and a substantial prize of $4.5 million from a record purse of $22.5 million. This victory also represents McIlroy’s sixth major championship and 30th title on the PGA Tour.
Final Standings
| Position | Golfer | Score | FedExCup Points | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rory McIlroy | 276 / -12 | 750.000 | $4,500,000.00 |
| 2 | Scottie Scheffler | 277 / -11 | 500.000 | $2,430,000.00 |
| T3 | Tyrrell Hatton | 278 / -10 | Not eligible | $1,080,000.00 |
| T3 | Russell Henley | 278 / -10 | 312.500 | $1,080,000.00 |
| T3 | Justin Rose | 278 / -10 | 312.500 | $1,080,000.00 |
| T3 | Cameron Young | 278 / -10 | 312.500 | $1,080,000.00 |
McIlroy’s Performance
This victory marks a significant achievement for McIlroy, as he now shares the distinction of back-to-back Masters wins with legends such as Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods. Starting the tournament strong, McIlroy shot a 5-under 67, followed by a remarkable 7-under 65 in the second round.
Despite a challenging third round of 73, he maintained a share of the lead before closing with a solid 71 on the final day. This win adds to his collection of two Masters victories and places him halfway to a second career grand slam.
Future Prospects
Scottie Scheffler, finishing as the runner-up, played the final 39 holes bogey-free and is now setting his sights on the U.S. Open for another chance at the career grand slam. Cameron Young also made a strong showing, finishing in a tie for third. His performance included a final round score of 73.
Seventeen golfers will qualify for the next Masters based on their performance. This includes many already eligible through other criteria. The future looks promising for both seasoned players and emerging stars in the prestigious world of professional golf.
