Hero World Challenge prize money at a glance
This page covers 7 editions of the Hero World Challenge, 2018–2025. Its purse went from $3,500,000 in 2018 to $5,000,000 in 2025, 1.4 times as much, or 1.1 times after inflation. In 2019 the winner took 29% of the purse: $1,000,000. The biggest winner's check was $1,000,000, to Jon Rahm in 2018. The lowest winning score on record is -25, by Scottie Scheffler in 2024. Players who have won it more than once: Viktor Hovland (2), Scottie Scheffler (2). Jon Rahm has earned the most here: $1,400,000 from 3 starts and 1 win.
Hero World Challenge purse by year
Who has earned the most at the Hero World Challenge
Hero World Challenge champions and purses
Multiple winners: Viktor Hovland (2), Scottie Scheffler (2).
| Year | Champion | To par | Purse | Winner's share | In 2026 dollars | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hideki Matsuyama | -22 | $5,000,000 | — | — | 2025 |
| 2024 | Scottie Scheffler | -25 | $5,000,000 | — | — | 2024 |
| 2023 | Scottie Scheffler | -20 | $4,500,000 | — | — | 2023 |
| 2022 | Viktor Hovland | -16 | $3,500,000 | — | — | 2023 |
| 2021 | Viktor Hovland | -18 | $3,500,000 | — | — | 2022 |
| 2019 | Henrik Stenson | -18 | $3,500,000 | $1,000,000 | $1,299,562 | 2020 |
| 2018 | Jon Rahm | -20 | $3,500,000 | $1,000,000 | $1,323,112 | 2019 |
Hero World Challenge prize money FAQ
How much does the winner of the Hero World Challenge get?
In 2019 the winner received $1,000,000 from a $3,500,000 purse.
What is the biggest Hero World Challenge payout ever?
$1,000,000 to Jon Rahm in 2018.
Who has won the Hero World Challenge the most?
Viktor Hovland, with 2 wins between 2018 and 2025.