WGC-Bridgestone Invitational prize money at a glance
This page covers 25 editions of the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, 2001–2026. Its purse went from $5,000,000 in 2001 to $20,000,000 in 2026, 4.0 times as much, or 2.1 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 Lucas Glover in 2023. The lowest winning score on record is -48, by Tiger Woods in 2001. Players who have won it more than once: Tiger Woods (6), Hideki Matsuyama (2), Justin Thomas (2). Tiger Woods has earned the most here: $9,150,375 from 15 starts and 6 wins.
WGC-Bridgestone Invitational purse by year
What 10th place paid at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational
A strong finish that isn't a win, year by year.
Who has earned the most at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational
WGC-Bridgestone Invitational champions and purses
Multiple winners: Tiger Woods (6), Hideki Matsuyama (2), Justin Thomas (2).
| Year | Champion | To par | Purse | Winner's share | In 2026 dollars | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Scottie Scheffler | -17 | $20,000,000 | $3,600,000 | $3,600,000 | 2026 |
| 2025 | Justin Rose | -16 | $20,000,000 | $3,600,000 | $3,715,171 | 2025 |
| 2024 | Hideki Matsuyama | -17 | $20,000,000 | $3,600,000 | $3,812,929 | 2024 |
| 2023 | Lucas Glover | -15 | $20,000,000 | $3,600,000 | $3,925,392 | 2023 |
| 2022 | Will Zalatoris | -15 | $15,000,000 | $2,700,000 | $3,065,231 | 2022 |
| 2021 | Abraham Ancer | -16 | $10,500,000 | $1,820,000 | $2,231,546 | 2021 |
| 2020 | Justin Thomas | -13 | $10,500,000 | $1,820,000 | $2,336,381 | 2020 |
| 2018 | Justin Thomas | -15 | $10,000,000 | $1,700,000 | $2,249,291 | 2018 |
| 2017 | Hideki Matsuyama | -16 | $9,750,000 | $1,660,000 | $2,250,015 | 2017 |
| 2016 | Dustin Johnson | -6 | $9,500,000 | $1,620,000 | $2,242,570 | 2016 |
| 2015 | Shane Lowry | -11 | $9,250,000 | $1,570,000 | $2,200,774 | 2015 |
| 2014 | Rory McIlroy | -15 | $9,000,000 | $1,530,000 | $2,147,247 | 2014 |
| 2013 | Tiger Woods | -15 | $8,750,000 | $1,500,000 | $2,139,295 | 2013 |
| 2012 | Keegan Bradley | -13 | $8,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $2,025,923 | 2012 |
| 2011 | Adam Scott | -17 | $8,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $2,067,846 | 2011 |
| 2010 | Hunter Mahan | -12 | $8,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $2,133,125 | 2010 |
| 2009 | Tiger Woods | -12 | $8,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $2,168,109 | 2009 |
| 2008 | Vijay Singh | -10 | $8,000,000 | $1,350,000 | $2,083,243 | 2008 |
| 2007 | Tiger Woods | -8 | $8,000,000 | $1,350,000 | $2,163,221 | 2007 |
| 2006 | Tiger Woods | -10 | $7,500,000 | $1,300,000 | $2,142,526 | 2006 |
| 2005 | Tiger Woods | -6 | $7,500,000 | $1,300,000 | $2,211,642 | 2005 |
| 2004 | Stewart Cink | -11 | $7,000,000 | $1,200,000 | $2,110,779 | 2004 |
| 2003 | Darren Clarke | -12 | $6,000,000 | $1,050,000 | $1,896,379 | 2003 |
| 2002 | Craig Parry | -12 | $5,500,000 | $1,000,000 | $1,847,075 | 2002 |
| 2001 | Tiger Woods | -48 | $5,000,000 | $1,000,000 | $1,876,370 | 2001 |
WGC-Bridgestone Invitational prize money FAQ
How much does the winner of the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational get?
In 2026 the winner received $3,600,000 from a $20,000,000 purse.
What is the biggest WGC-Bridgestone Invitational payout ever?
$3,600,000 to Lucas Glover in 2023.
Who has won the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational the most?
Tiger Woods, with 6 wins between 2001 and 2026.