U.S. Open 2026 prize money: Full payout from record $22.5 million purse

The 2026 U.S. Open, the 126th edition of the tournament, is being held at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club and features a record prize purse of $22.5 million. The article outlines the full payout breakdown for competitors. USGA CEO Mike Whan also addressed the challenges of setting up the course amid windy conditions on June 20, 2026.