Xander Schauffele wins 2024 Open Championship: How much does he take home?
American golf star Xander Schauffele picked up the win at the Open Championship on Sunday and took home a pretty big payday because of it.
Xander Schauffele captured his first Open Championship title, holding off Justin Rose and Billy Horschel in a thrilling final round at Royal Troon Golf Course. This victory marks Schauffele's second major win within just three months, having previously taken home the PGA Championship title earlier this year.
Schauffele's exceptional performance in the final round, shooting a 65, secured him a two-stroke lead over Rose and Horschel and a well-deserved champion's purse. He took home a substantial $3.1 million in prize money, adding to his earnings from his PGA Championship win, where he pocketed $3.3 million.
Following his triumph, Schauffele expressed his elation at winning two majors in one year, a dream come true for any golfer. He also acknowledged the calming influence of his previous major win, which helped him navigate the pressures of the challenging back nine at Royal Troon.
Rose and Horschel, finishing in a tie for second place, also walked away with significant earnings, each taking home over $1 million. Schauffele's momentum is building towards the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he will be a force to be reckoned with, having already won a gold medal in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
As Schauffele continues his winning streak, golf enthusiasts eagerly anticipate his performance at the upcoming men's golf event in Paris, held from August 1-4. With his talent, determination, and growing list of accolades, Schauffele is undoubtedly a rising star in the golfing world.
Schauffele's exceptional performance in the final round, shooting a 65, secured him a two-stroke lead over Rose and Horschel and a well-deserved champion's purse. He took home a substantial $3.1 million in prize money, adding to his earnings from his PGA Championship win, where he pocketed $3.3 million.
Following his triumph, Schauffele expressed his elation at winning two majors in one year, a dream come true for any golfer. He also acknowledged the calming influence of his previous major win, which helped him navigate the pressures of the challenging back nine at Royal Troon.
Rose and Horschel, finishing in a tie for second place, also walked away with significant earnings, each taking home over $1 million. Schauffele's momentum is building towards the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he will be a force to be reckoned with, having already won a gold medal in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
As Schauffele continues his winning streak, golf enthusiasts eagerly anticipate his performance at the upcoming men's golf event in Paris, held from August 1-4. With his talent, determination, and growing list of accolades, Schauffele is undoubtedly a rising star in the golfing world.