Black Desert Championship prize money at a glance
This page covers 3 editions of the Black Desert Championship, 2024–2026. Its purse went from $7,500,000 in 2024 to $6,000,000 in 2026, down 20%. In 2026 the winner took 18% of the purse: $1,080,000. The biggest winner's check was $1,350,000, to Matt McCarty in 2024. The lowest winning score on record is -26, by Austin Smotherman in 2026. No one has won it twice. Matt McCarty has earned the most here: $1,624,470 from 3 starts and 1 win.
Black Desert Championship purse by year
What 10th place paid at the Black Desert Championship
A strong finish that isn't a win, year by year.
Who has earned the most at the Black Desert Championship
Black Desert Championship champions and purses
| Year | Champion | To par | Purse | Winner's share | In 2026 dollars | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Austin Smotherman | -26 | $6,000,000 | $1,080,000 | $1,080,000 | 2026 |
| 2025 | Michael Brennan | -22 | $6,000,000 | $1,080,000 | $1,114,551 | 2025 |
| 2024 | Matt McCarty | -23 | $7,500,000 | $1,350,000 | $1,429,848 | 2024 |
Black Desert Championship prize money FAQ
How much does the winner of the Black Desert Championship get?
In 2026 the winner received $1,080,000 from a $6,000,000 purse.
What is the biggest Black Desert Championship payout ever?
$1,350,000 to Matt McCarty in 2024.