Here’s how much Scottie Scheffler will earn for winning Olympic gold

Here’s how much Scottie Scheffler will earn for winning Olympic gold

Scottie Scheffler’s Olympic Gold Medal Comes with a $38,000 Prize

Paris, France — Scottie Scheffler, the top-ranked golfer in the world, has had an impressive year, amassing around $27.6 million in PGA Tour earnings. Now, he’s adding an Olympic gold medal to his achievements.

 

Scheffler, who started the final round of the men’s golf tournament four shots behind the leader, rallied to finish at 19-under-par, securing gold ahead of Great Britain’s Tommy Fleetwood, who won silver, and Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama, who took bronze.

 

For his Olympic victory, Scheffler will receive a $38,000 cash prize, according to Golf.com. This amount is modest compared to his PGA Tour earnings; for instance, he won $3.6 million for his Masters victory in April. However, the Olympics, much like the Ryder Cup, offer golfers a unique opportunity to represent their country beyond financial rewards.

 

In the U.S., gold medal winners receive a standard bonus of $38,000, while silver medalists earn $23,000 and bronze winners get $15,000. These amounts vary by country, and not all nations offer bonuses for medalists.

 

Despite the relatively small financial reward, Scheffler’s focus during the final round was clearly on winning the gold medal, reflecting the prestige of the Olympic Games.

 

2024 has been a remarkable year for the 28-year-old golfer, who not only won the Masters but also experienced personal milestones and legal challenges. Now, with the addition of an Olympic gold medal, his year continues to be one of significant achievement.

 

The U.S. previously claimed gold in men’s golf at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, with Xander Schauffele finishing first. Scheffler’s win marks another proud moment for American golf on the Olympic stage.