5 Largest LIV Golf contracts
The emergence of LIV Golf has transformed both the format and the financial framework of professional golf. Backed by Saudi Arabian funding, this series has drawn attention with its hefty contracts for top players. Keep reading for a list of some of the top contracts. 5 largest LIV Golf contracts No. 1: Jon Rahm , $300 million
No. 2: Phil Mickelson , $200 million
No. 3: Brooks Koepka , $130 milion
No. 4: Dustin Johnson , $125 million
No. 5: Bryson DeChambeau , $125 million How much is a LIV Golf event payout?
This year, there is $20 million up for grabs in the individual portion of the 54-hole tournaments, and $5 million in the team competition. For any given event, the winner takes home $4 million, with the runner-up pocketing $2.25 million, third place winning $1.5 million and fourth place winning $1 million.
The team with the most points in the standings will take home $3 million, with second place taking home $1.5 million and third place with $500,000.
Watch Adrian Meronk's winning final round highlights from LIV Golf Riyadh, as he claimed victory in a thrilling performance in the first tournament of the season. What is LIV Golf?
LIV Golf is a unique golf league with 13 teams of 4 players. Each tournament consists of 54 holes spread across three rounds and uses shotgun starts so that all teams begin play at the same time but on different holes. Check out this article for all you need to know about LIV Golf's teams and format. 2025 LIV Golf Schedule February 6-8: Riyadh (FS1, FS2)
February 14-16: Adelaide (FOX, FS1, FS2)
March 7-9: Hong Kong
March 14-16: Singapore
April 4-6: Miami
April 25-27: Mexico City
May 2-4: Korea
June 6-8: Washington, DC
June 27-29: Dallas
July 11-13: Andalucia
July 25-27: United Kingdom
August 8-10: Chicago
August 15-17: Indianapolis
August 22-24: Michigan (Team Championship) Get more from LIV Golf Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
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