New York Golf Fans: Future of Masters Prize Money Could Reach $17.7M

Congratulations to Rory McIlroy who made history by becoming only the 6th golfer to win the career Grand Slam and the first to win it since Tiger Woods in 2000. The TV ratings for Sunday's final round was the most-watched final round of the Masters since 2018 with more than 12 million viewers.

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It was exciting stuff and I can't wait to watch again next year. With ratings continuing to go up, that will mean more prize money for future winners at Augusta National. But how much?

What’s the Future of Augusta’s Prize Fund?

According to the data from RotoGrinders, it looks like the prize money at Augusta is going to keep rising over the next few decades. Looking ahead to 2075, the winner could see $17.7 million! That’s a major jump from what Rory grabbed this year, and it’s pretty wild to think about how much golf will change in the coming years.

How Fast Will It Grow?

Here’s a quick peek at what the future prize money might look like:

2030: $3,955,223
2035: $4,876,747
2045: $7,121,179
2055: $9,957,807
2065: $13,455,050
2075: $17,681,327

The real jump starts in 2035 when the prize fund could jump by over $1.2 million. But the real game-changer comes around 2045 when the pot reaches $7 million. By 2075, the winner of the green jacket won’t just be taking home the title but $17.7 million.

What Does This Mean for New York Golf Fans?

New York state golf fans, you’ve got to be excited about the future of the Masters, I know I am. The big prize could mean bigger sponsorships, and a whole new level of prestige. McIlroy took home over $3 million dollars for the win, but by 2075, that might be a 10th place paycheck.