2026 U.S. Open prize money, purse: USGA increases pool to $22.5 million, winner takes home $4.5 million

The USGA has increased the prize money for the 2026 U.S. Open golf championship to $22.5 million, up $1 million from the previous year. The tournament, which will be the 126th playing of the U.S. Open, is set to be held at Shinnecock Hills. The winner of the event will take home $4.5 million.