2025 Masters Purse Hits $21 Million, Boosting Caddie Earnings

The winner’s payout increases to $4.2 million, setting a new benchmark for player and caddie compensation at the prestigious tournament.

The 2025 Masters Tournament features a record-setting $21 million purse, with $4.2 million allocated to the winner.
Caddies for winning players are expected to earn approximately $420,000, based on the standard 10% payout model.
Caddie compensation follows the '10-7-5' structure: 10% for a win, 7% for a top-10 finish, and 5% for making the cut.
In addition to percentages of winnings, caddies receive weekly salaries ranging from $2,000 to $4,000 to cover travel and other expenses.
Caddies of players who fail to make the cut only receive their weekly fee, highlighting financial challenges in professional golf.