WGC-Cadillac Championship prize money at a glance
This page covers 18 editions of the WGC-Cadillac Championship, 2001–2018. Its purse went from $5,000,000 in 2001 to $10,000,000 in 2018, 2.0 times as much, or 1.4 times after inflation. In 2018 the winner took 17% of the purse: $1,700,000. The lowest winning score on record is -25, by Tiger Woods in 2002. Players who have won it more than once: Tiger Woods (6), Ernie Els (2), Phil Mickelson (2), Dustin Johnson (2). Tiger Woods has earned the most here: $8,287,500 from 13 starts and 6 wins.
WGC-Cadillac Championship purse by year
What 10th place paid at the WGC-Cadillac Championship
A strong finish that isn't a win, year by year.
Who has earned the most at the WGC-Cadillac Championship
WGC-Cadillac Championship champions and purses
Multiple winners: Tiger Woods (6), Ernie Els (2), Phil Mickelson (2), Dustin Johnson (2).
| Year | Champion | To par | Purse | Winner's share | In 2026 dollars | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Phil Mickelson | -16 | $10,000,000 | $1,700,000 | $2,249,291 | 2018 |
| 2017 | Dustin Johnson | -14 | $9,750,000 | $1,660,000 | $2,250,015 | 2017 |
| 2016 | Adam Scott | -12 | $9,500,000 | $1,620,000 | $2,242,570 | 2016 |
| 2015 | Dustin Johnson | -9 | $9,250,000 | $1,570,000 | $2,200,774 | 2015 |
| 2014 | Patrick Reed | -4 | $9,000,000 | $1,530,000 | $2,147,247 | 2014 |
| 2013 | Tiger Woods | -19 | $8,750,000 | $1,500,000 | $2,139,295 | 2013 |
| 2012 | Justin Rose | -16 | $8,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $2,025,923 | 2012 |
| 2011 | Nick Watney | -16 | $8,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $2,067,846 | 2011 |
| 2010 | Ernie Els | -18 | $8,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $2,133,125 | 2010 |
| 2009 | Phil Mickelson | -19 | $8,500,000 | $1,400,000 | $2,168,109 | 2009 |
| 2008 | Geoff Ogilvy | -17 | $8,000,000 | $1,350,000 | $2,083,243 | 2008 |
| 2007 | Tiger Woods | -10 | $8,000,000 | $1,350,000 | $2,163,221 | 2007 |
| 2006 | Tiger Woods | -23 | $7,500,000 | $1,300,000 | $2,142,526 | 2006 |
| 2005 | Tiger Woods | -10 | $7,500,000 | $1,300,000 | $2,211,642 | 2005 |
| 2004 | Ernie Els | -18 | $7,000,000 | $1,200,000 | $2,110,779 | 2004 |
| 2003 | Tiger Woods | -6 | $6,000,000 | $1,050,000 | $1,896,379 | 2003 |
| 2002 | Tiger Woods | -25 | $5,500,000 | $1,000,000 | $1,847,075 | 2002 |
| 2001 | — | $5,000,000 | — | — | 2001 |
WGC-Cadillac Championship prize money FAQ
How much does the winner of the WGC-Cadillac Championship get?
In 2018 the winner received $1,700,000 from a $10,000,000 purse.
What is the biggest WGC-Cadillac Championship payout ever?
$1,700,000 to Phil Mickelson in 2018.
Who has won the WGC-Cadillac Championship the most?
Tiger Woods, with 6 wins between 2001 and 2018.