The 2025 Travelers Championship, held at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, once again proved why it is one of the most prestigious stops on the PGA Tour calendar. As one of the Tour’s designated signature events, it offered not only high-stakes competition but also a massive $20 million purse that drew the game’s top talent.
While Keegan Bradley walked away with the trophy and a dramatic final-hole birdie to seal victory, all 72 players who teed it up were guaranteed a payday. With no cut in signature events, everyone in the field earned a portion of the purse—making this tournament not only a test of nerves but a financial game-changer.
Winner’s Share
Keegan Bradley took home the lion’s share of the prize money with a first-place check worth $3.6 million. It marked his second Travelers Championship win and one of the biggest paydays of his career. The victory also served as a statement ahead of his captaincy for the upcoming Ryder Cup, proving he can still perform at the highest level under pressure.
Runner-Up Finish
Just one shot back, Tommy Fleetwood and Russell Henley tied for second. Though they came heartbreakingly close to victory, they didn’t leave empty-handed. Each received $1.76 million, a result of the PGA Tour’s split payout system, which averages the second- and third-place earnings ($2.16 million and $1.36 million respectively) and divides them evenly.
Rounding Out the Top 10
The money dropped steadily from there, but still remained significant. The solo fourth-place finisher took home $960,000, while fifth place earned $800,000. Even players finishing in the 10th position collected $540,000, a remarkable sum in a week when simply making the field guaranteed a six-figure payout.
Middle of the Pack
Players finishing between 11th and 20th place earned anywhere from $500,000 to $260,000, highlighting just how lucrative the PGA Tour has become—especially at these elite events. These middle-tier payouts often surpass what used to be winning checks in regular-season events just a decade ago.
Bottom of the Leaderboard Still Profitable
In a unique feature of signature events, there was no cut, meaning even players who finished near the bottom still walked away with tens of thousands of dollars. The player in 72nd place reportedly earned around $36,000, which, while modest compared to the top finishers, is still a significant sum for four rounds of golf.
What It Means
The Travelers Championship’s purse reflects a broader evolution in professional golf. With the PGA Tour introducing elevated events to retain talent and increase fan engagement, players are now routinely competing for massive paydays. For stars like Bradley, Fleetwood, and Henley, the event was another reminder of what’s at stake every week on Tour—not just in terms of legacy, but financially as well.
Fleetwood’s runner-up finish added to his staggering career earnings, despite still chasing that elusive first PGA Tour win. Henley reinforced his place as one of the Tour’s most consistent players. And for Bradley, the $3.6 million payday was both a reward for his persistence and a powerful lead-in to his Ryder Cup leadership.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Travelers Championship delivered in every sense: thrilling golf, a compelling finish, and financial rewards befitting the occasion. With $20 million up for grabs and no cut to worry about, the stakes were high for every swing—and the payout structure ensured that every player went home a winner in some way. As one of the season’s signature events, it raised the bar yet again for what modern professional golf looks like—where prestige and prize money walk hand in hand.
