2026 Genesis Invitational Payouts Announced

The PGA Tour's signature event at Riviera offers a $20 million purse, with $4 million going to the winner.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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The 2026 Genesis Invitational, the PGA Tour's signature event held at Riviera Country Club, is offering a $20 million purse this year. The winner will take home $4 million, with the runner-up earning $2.18 million. The full payout breakdown for the top 72 finishers has been released.

Why it matters

The Genesis Invitational is one of the most prestigious events on the PGA Tour, featuring a star-studded field and a massive purse. The high payouts reflect the tournament's importance and the competitive nature of professional golf, where even a top-70 finish can earn players significant prize money.

The details

While tournament host Tiger Woods is not playing this year as he recovers from a back surgery, the field is still headlined by world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and No. 2 Rory McIlroy. McIlroy revealed he will soon return to Augusta National to practice for the upcoming Masters, which he won last year. Sahith Theegala is also in the field, earning a spot through the event's annual Charlie Sifford exemption.

  • The 2026 Genesis Invitational is being held at Riviera Country Club from February 16-19, 2026.
  • The final round and payouts will be announced on Sunday, February 19, 2026.

The players

Scottie Scheffler

The world's top-ranked golfer and betting favorite for the 2026 Genesis Invitational.

Rory McIlroy

The world No. 2 player, who recently revealed he will return to Augusta National to practice for the upcoming Masters tournament, which he won in 2025.

Sahith Theegala

A PGA Tour player who earned a spot in the Genesis Invitational field through the event's annual Charlie Sifford exemption.

Tiger Woods

The tournament host, who is not playing this year as he recovers from his latest back surgery.

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What they’re saying

“I will soon return to Augusta National for the first time since my triumph last year to practice for the upcoming Masters.”

— Rory McIlroy (Sports Illustrated)

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The final round of the 2026 Genesis Invitational will be played on Sunday, February 19, 2026, with the full payout details announced at the conclusion of the tournament.

The takeaway

The massive $20 million purse and $4 million top prize for the 2026 Genesis Invitational underscores the event's status as one of the most prestigious and lucrative tournaments on the PGA Tour calendar. Even a top-70 finish can earn players significant prize money, reflecting the competitive nature of professional golf.