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The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, one of the major events in women’s golf, is set to unfold at Baltusrol Golf Club’s Lower Course in New Jersey from June 22 to June 25, 2023. As the second major of the season, this championship offers an impressive prize pool of $9 million, making it the highest in the tournament’s history. In this article, we will delve into the details of the prize money breakdown and winners’ payouts, highlighting the significance of this tournament in elevating the status of women’s golf.

A Lucrative Pursuit for Success

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The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship has witnessed a remarkable surge in its prize fund in recent years, reflecting the growing prominence of women’s golf. In 2022, the tournament offered a substantial purse of $9 million, a significant increase from $4.5 million the previous year.

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While the prize money has remained the same for 2023, this event continues to be one of the most lucrative tournaments of the LPGA Tour. The championship’s allure is further heightened by its prestigious venue, Baltusrol Golf Club, renowned for hosting numerous major championships.

The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship action begins on Thursday, with players teeing off from both the first and 10th tees. The first tee will include a diversity of talent, beginning at 9:00 p.m. AEST with Marina Alex, Karis Davidson, and Matilda Castren.

Prize Money Breakdown and Winners’ Payout of The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship

This year, the purse for the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship stands at an impressive $9 million. The winner of the championship will claim a sizeable reward of $1.3 million, cementing their place among the top earners in women’s golf. The runner-up will receive a payout of $800,000, while players finishing in third and fourth places will take home $615,838 and $476,390, respectively. The distribution of prize money emphasises the significance of each position and rewards the exceptional performances displayed by the top competitors.

As the 69th edition of the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship approaches, the excitement among golf enthusiasts is palpable. This tournament showcases the exceptional talent of women golfers and exemplifies the growing stature of the women’s game. With a record-breaking prize pool of $9 million, the championship promises intense competition among the top-ranked players. The winner’s payout of $1.3 million highlights the financial rewards and recognition available to those who excel in this prestigious event.

KPMG Women’s PGA Championship Prize Money (2022)

1st$1,350,000
2nd$848,929
3rd$615,838
4th$476,398
5th$383,448
6th$313,729
7th$262,603
8th$230,071
9th$206,831
10th$188,237
11th$174,290
12th$162,670
13th$152,445
14th$143,152
15th$134,784
16th$127,348
17th$120,845
18th$115,266
19th$110,620
20th$106,898
21st$103,185
22nd$99,462
23rd$95,749
24th$92,026
25th$88,775
26th$85,524
27th$82,263
28th$79,012
29th$75,760
30th$72,971
31st$70,181
32nd$67,392
33rd$64,602
34th$61,813
35th$59,494
36th$57,167
37th$54,848
38th$52,521
39th$50,193
40th$48,336
41st$46,480
42nd$44,623
43rd$42,757
44th$40,901
45th$39,506
46th$38,111
47th$36,716
48th$35,322
49th$33,927
50th$32,532
51st$31,608
52nd$30,675
53rd$29,743
54th$28,819
55th$27,886
56th$26,953
57th$26,029
58th$25,096
59th$24,173
60th$23,240
61st$22,778
62nd$22,307
63rd$21,845
64th$21,383
65th$20,912

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The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship continues to play a crucial role in elevating the status of women’s golf and inspiring a new generation of players to strive for excellence on the course.

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