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Scottie Scheffler Secures $33 Million Payday Following FedEx Cup Victory

Scottie Scheffler has concluded the 2026 PGA Tour season with a $33 million total payout, including a $10 million Tour Championship win and a $23 million season-long bonus, surpassing Tiger Woods in career earnings.

Scottie Scheffler Secures $33 Million Payday Following FedEx Cup Victory

Scottie Scheffler has capped off a dominant 2026 PGA Tour season by securing his second FedEx Cup title, resulting in a significant financial windfall. The professional golfer claimed a $10 million prize for his victory at the Tour Championship held at East Lake Golf Club, further cementing his position at the top of the sport.

This latest triumph follows Scheffler’s performance throughout the season, which earned him a $23 million bonus for finishing at the top of the FedEx Cup standings. According to the PGA Tour, this bonus consists of $22 million in cash and an additional $1 million allocated to his retirement account, bringing his total earnings from the FedEx Cup and Tour Championship to $33 million.

Career Earnings and Financial Milestones

The $10 million prize from the Tour Championship has pushed Scheffler past Tiger Woods on the PGA Tour’s all-time career earnings list. Following his win at East Lake, Scheffler’s official career earnings have reached $130,390,661. The tournament purse, which totalled $40 million, distributed funds to the top 30 finishers, with the runner-up receiving $5 million and the third-place finisher earning $3,705,000.

Caddie Compensation and Industry Standards

While Scheffler’s earnings are well-documented, the compensation for his caddie, Ted Scott, remains a private matter. There is no official confirmation regarding the specific amount Scott will receive from the victory. However, industry standards typically see caddies earn approximately 10 percent of a winner’s prize money, alongside roughly 7 percent for top-10 finishes and 5 percent for other made cuts.