Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy are poised to receive substantial rewards from the PGA Tour for their steadfast loyalty.
Tiger Woods is anticipated to receive a staggering $100 million for his commitment to the PGA Tour, a sum nearly double that of Rory McIlroy’s reward, and surpassing the earnings of every other golfer on the circuit.
Despite recent challenges in his performances and a disappointing finish at The Masters with a career-high +16, Woods remains an iconic figure in golf history, boasting an unparalleled track record. Alongside McIlroy, he has been vocal in his opposition to the breakaway LIV Tour, opting to remain with the PGA Tour while other prominent figures like Phil Mickelson, Brooks Koepka, and Jon Rahm have pursued alternative paths.
The upcoming equity payments, scheduled for distribution this month, will reflect Woods’ enduring value to the PGA Tour. His $100 million share is attributed largely to his exceptional career points, a metric designed to acknowledge players for their lifetime achievements on the tour. With an impressive 15 PGA Majors victories, Woods ranks second only to Jack Nicklaus in the all-time standings.
The equity disbursement involves dividing approximately $1 billion among 193 PGA golfers, with a significant portion—$750 million—allocated to the 36 top-tier players deemed most deserving of financial recognition, based on a graded scale system. McIlroy is slated to receive the second-largest sum, estimated at around $50 million, reaffirming his commitment to the PGA Tour despite rumors suggesting a potential shift to LIV. Phil Mickelson would have occupied this position if he had not opted to join LIV.
