The winner stands to earn a healthy cash reward despite The Open lagging behind the other three majors for prize money

The winner of The Open Championship golf tournament in 2025 will earn $3.1 million as part of a $17 million purse, according to the R&A.

Golf’s oldest major returns to Royal Portrush this week with the world’s best players gathered in Northern Ireland for the 153rd Open Championship.

For the first time since 2012, the British Open leaves its prize money unchanged at $17 million. Other golf majors like the U.S. Open and The Masters have seen recent increases, highlighting how these championships prioritize legacy over prize.