How much did Bryson DeChambeau win of $21,500,000 US Open prize purse? Winner's payout for Major tournament explored
The U.S. Open offered players who made the cut a portion of the $21.5 million purse. Everyone who made the cut, which is usually 60 players and ties, would be paid out of this, with the winner taking the lion's share.
That share was $4.3 million, the most available in a non-LIV Golf tournament in 2024. Plenty of other placements were paid well, but as it should be, the winner had the biggest payday.
That winner ended up being Bryson DeChambeau. He avoided the pitfalls that other golfers fell into and had a consistent performance across all four rounds. As a result, the LIV star became the second player on that tour to win a Major, and he has earned $4.3 million.
He did face some fierce competition from the likes of Patrick Cantlay, Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Aberg, Matthieu Pavon, and Hideki Matsuyama, but eventually, he was able to cross the line.
Bryson DeChambeau wins first Major since LIV turn at US Open
Bryson DeChambeau was a one-time Major winner before he moved to LIV Golf in 2022. He's now doubled his total. DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy, whose respective droughts lasted four years and ten years, respectively, were both attempting to end their respective major droughts.
The two engaged in an epic duel over the final round, with McIlroy charging back to take a one-stroke lead. After a couple of tougher holes, the two were even heading into the 18th.
McIlroy missed a short putt for par and DeChambeau responded by making par on his own 18th hole. It resulted in the second Major win for the LIV Golf member.
DeChambeau experienced heartbreak at the PGA Championship in 2024, as he shot an impressive -20 but could only watch as Xander Schauffele birdied for the win. This time, he made the shot he needed to, despite shooting one over for the round.
He joins an illustrious club of two-time Major winners and two-time U.S. Open winners. In recent times, Bryson DeChambeau has been growing in popularity thanks to his YouTube channel. His win now, along with his fun demeanor, will only increase his popularity.