AT&T Champions Classic prize money at a glance
This page covers 8 editions of the AT&T Champions Classic, 2001–2008. Its purse went from $3,300,000 in 2001 to $5,500,000 in 2008, 1.7 times as much, or 1.4 times after inflation. In 2008 the winner took 18% of the purse: $990,000. The lowest winning score on record is -28, by Phil Mickelson in 2006. Players who have won it more than once: Phil Mickelson (2), Zach Johnson (2). Phil Mickelson has earned the most here: $2,405,500 from 6 starts and 2 wins.
AT&T Champions Classic purse by year
What 10th place paid at the AT&T Champions Classic
A strong finish that isn't a win, year by year.
Who has earned the most at the AT&T Champions Classic
AT&T Champions Classic champions and purses
Multiple winners: Phil Mickelson (2), Zach Johnson (2).
| Year | Champion | To par | Purse | Winner's share | In 2026 dollars | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Ryuji Imada | -15 | $5,500,000 | $990,000 | $1,527,712 | 2008 |
| 2007 | Zach Johnson | -15 | $5,400,000 | $972,000 | $1,557,519 | 2007 |
| 2006 | Phil Mickelson | -28 | $5,300,000 | $954,000 | $1,572,284 | 2006 |
| 2005 | Phil Mickelson | -8 | $5,000,000 | $900,000 | $1,531,137 | 2005 |
| 2004 | Zach Johnson | -13 | $4,500,000 | $810,000 | $1,424,776 | 2004 |
| 2003 | Ben Crane | -16 | $4,000,000 | $720,000 | $1,300,374 | 2003 |
| 2002 | Retief Goosen | -16 | $3,800,000 | $684,000 | $1,263,399 | 2002 |
| 2001 | Scott McCarron | -8 | $3,300,000 | $594,000 | $1,114,564 | 2001 |
AT&T Champions Classic prize money FAQ
How much does the winner of the AT&T Champions Classic get?
In 2008 the winner received $990,000 from a $5,500,000 purse.
What is the biggest AT&T Champions Classic payout ever?
$990,000 to Ryuji Imada in 2008.
Who has won the AT&T Champions Classic the most?
Phil Mickelson, with 2 wins between 2001 and 2008.