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2026 Zurich Classic payout, purse: How much does each team get?
TL;DR
The 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans features a unique team format and has a distinct prize money distribution. Ben Griffin and Andrew Novak are the defending champions.
Key points
- 2026 Zurich Classic features a team format
- Event held at TPC Louisiana
- Ben Griffin and Andrew Novak are defending champions
It's time for the PGA Tour's lone event featuring teams, the 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
The event, at TPC Louisiana, will feature teams playing four-ball and foursomes format over four days, and it's the only non-signature event between the Masters and PGA Championship. Ben Griffin and Andrew Novak are the defending champions.
That means the way prize money is distributed is a bit different this week.
Here's a look at the purse and total prize money for the only PGA Tour event featuring teams, the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
What's the total purse for the 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans?
The total purse for the 2026 Zurich Classic is $9.5 million.
How much money do the winners make at the 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans?
The winners of the Zurich Classic each receives $1,372,750 million.
Zurich Classic of New Orleans 2026 prize money payouts
| Pos. | Team Total | Per Player |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,745,500 | $1,372,750 |
| 2 | $1,121,000 | $560,500 |
| 3 | $733,875 | $366,937.50 |
| 4 | $617,500 | $308,750 |
| 5 | $536,750 | $268,375 |
| 6 | $460,750 | $230,375 |
| 7 | $384,750 | $192,375 |
| 8 | $337,250 | $168,625 |
| 9 | $299,250 | $149,625 |
| 10 | $261,250 | $130,625 |
| 11 | $223,250 | $111,625 |
| 12 | $190,475 | $95,237 |
| 13 | $159,790 | $79,895 |
This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Zurich Classic 2026 PGA Tour prize money payouts for every team
Q&A
What is the total purse for the 2026 Zurich Classic?
The total purse for the 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans has not been specified in the provided content.
How is the prize money distributed among teams at the Zurich Classic?
The prize money distribution at the Zurich Classic differs from standard events due to its unique team format, but specific details are not provided.
Who are the defending champions of the Zurich Classic?
Ben Griffin and Andrew Novak are the defending champions of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
