Dick Burton at the majors and The Players
Dick Burton's finishes in golf's biggest events, with the prize money wherever it was published.
| Year | Tournament | Finish | Prize money | In 2026 dollars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | The Open Championship | 5 | $101 £25 | $1,503 |
| 1939 | The Open Championship | 1 | $443 £100 | $10,582 |
| 1938 | The Open Championship | T4 | $112 £23 | $2,641 |
Dick Burton's wins, then and now
What each of Burton's major and Players wins paid, its value in 2026 dollars, and what the same title pays now.
Dick Burton won the 1939 The Open Championship and was paid $443. That is about $11K in 2026 dollars.
Winning the same event today would pay $3.2M. That is 302 times as much, even after inflation.
| Year | Tournament | Paid | In 2026 dollars | Winner's share now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | The Open Championship | $443 | $10,582 | $3,200,000 (2026) |
Dick Burton earnings FAQ
How much did Dick Burton earn in his career?
Season-by-season prize money isn't published for Dick Burton, so his career total is not known.
How many majors did Dick Burton win?
1: 1939 The Open Championship.