Wells Fargo Championship prize money at a glance
This page covers 23 editions of the Wells Fargo Championship, 2003–2026. Its purse went from $5,600,000 in 2003 to $20,000,000 in 2026, 3.6 times as much, or 2.0 times after inflation. In 2026 the winner took 18% of the purse: $3,600,000. The biggest winner's check was $3,600,000, to Wyndham Clark in 2023. The lowest winning score on record is -21, by Rory McIlroy in 2015. Players who have won it more than once: Rory McIlroy (4), Max Homa (2). Rory McIlroy has earned the most here: $10,307,676 from 15 starts and 4 wins.
Wells Fargo Championship purse by year
What 10th place paid at the Wells Fargo Championship
A strong finish that isn't a win, year by year.
Who has earned the most at the Wells Fargo Championship
Wells Fargo Championship champions and purses
Multiple winners: Rory McIlroy (4), Max Homa (2).
| Year | Champion | To par | Purse | Winner's share | In 2026 dollars | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Kristoffer Reitan | -15 | $20,000,000 | $3,600,000 | $3,600,000 | 2026 |
| 2025 | Sepp Straka | -16 | $20,000,000 | $3,600,000 | $3,715,171 | 2025 |
| 2024 | Rory McIlroy | -17 | $20,000,000 | $3,600,000 | $3,812,929 | 2024 |
| 2023 | Wyndham Clark | -19 | $20,000,000 | $3,600,000 | $3,925,392 | 2023 |
| 2022 | Max Homa | -8 | $9,000,000 | $1,620,000 | $1,839,139 | 2022 |
| 2021 | Rory McIlroy | -10 | $8,100,000 | $1,458,000 | $1,787,689 | 2021 |
| 2019 | Max Homa | -15 | $7,900,000 | $1,422,000 | $1,847,977 | 2019 |
| 2018 | Jason Day | -12 | $7,700,000 | $1,386,000 | $1,833,834 | 2018 |
| 2017 | Brian Harman | -10 | $7,500,000 | $1,350,000 | $1,829,831 | 2017 |
| 2016 | James Hahn | -9 | $7,300,000 | $1,314,000 | $1,818,974 | 2016 |
| 2015 | Rory McIlroy | -21 | $7,100,000 | $1,278,000 | $1,791,458 | 2015 |
| 2014 | J.B. Holmes | -14 | $6,900,000 | $1,242,000 | $1,743,060 | 2014 |
| 2013 | Derek Ernst | -8 | $6,700,000 | $1,206,000 | $1,719,993 | 2013 |
| 2012 | Rickie Fowler | -14 | $6,500,000 | $1,170,000 | $1,693,093 | 2012 |
| 2011 | Lucas Glover | -15 | $6,500,000 | $1,170,000 | $1,728,129 | 2011 |
| 2010 | Rory McIlroy | -15 | $6,500,000 | $1,170,000 | $1,782,683 | 2010 |
| 2009 | Sean O'Hair | -11 | $6,500,000 | $1,170,000 | $1,811,920 | 2009 |
| 2008 | Anthony Kim | -16 | $6,400,000 | $1,152,000 | $1,777,701 | 2008 |
| 2007 | Tiger Woods | -13 | $6,300,000 | $1,134,000 | $1,817,106 | 2007 |
| 2006 | Jim Furyk | -12 | $6,300,000 | $1,134,000 | $1,868,942 | 2006 |
| 2005 | Vijay Singh | -12 | $6,000,000 | $1,080,000 | $1,837,364 | 2005 |
| 2004 | Joey Sindelar | -11 | $5,600,000 | $1,008,000 | $1,773,055 | 2004 |
| 2003 | David Toms | -10 | $5,600,000 | $1,008,000 | $1,820,524 | 2003 |
Wells Fargo Championship prize money FAQ
How much does the winner of the Wells Fargo Championship get?
In 2026 the winner received $3,600,000 from a $20,000,000 purse.
What is the biggest Wells Fargo Championship payout ever?
$3,600,000 to Wyndham Clark in 2023.
Who has won the Wells Fargo Championship the most?
Rory McIlroy, with 4 wins between 2003 and 2026.