US Open Purse Rises to Record $21.5 Million

Winner to Take Home $4.3 Million

Largest Purse in Major Golf History

The USGA announced Saturday a record $21.5 million purse for this week's US Open at The Los Angeles Country Club. The winner will take home a record $4.3 million, while the total purse is a $15 million increase from last year. This marks the largest purse in major golf history, surpassing the previous record of $20 million at last year's US Open. The increase in prize money reflects the growing popularity and revenue of the sport. The US Open is one of the four major championships in golf, along with the Masters Tournament, the PGA Championship, and The Open Championship. It is one of the most prestigious events in the world, and attracts the top players in the game. This year's US Open will be held at The Los Angeles Country Club from June 16-19. The course is a par-71 layout that measures 7,052 yards. It has hosted the US Open twice before, in 1929 and 1948. The field for this year's US Open includes many of the world's top players, including Jon Rahm, Scottie Scheffler, and Rory McIlroy. The winner will be crowned on Sunday, June 19.