2024 Sanderson Farms Championship prize money payout: How much did each golfer win from the $7,600,000 purse?

Kevin Yu Claims First PGA Tour Title at 2024 Sanderson Farms Championship, Secures $1.368 Million in Prize Money

Kevin Yu achieved a major milestone in his career by winning the 2024 Sanderson Farms Championship, his first PGA Tour title, after a dramatic playoff victory against Beau Hossler. The event, held at The Country Club of Jackson in Mississippi, saw the 25-year-old Taiwanese golfer pocket the lion’s share of the $7.6 million purse. Yu’s triumph not only earned him $1,368,000 but also provided him a two-year exemption on the PGA Tour, along with invitations to several prestigious tournaments.

A Tense Playoff Finish

Yu’s journey to his first PGA Tour win was filled with suspense. He completed the final round with a 5-under 67, featuring six birdies and one bogey, finishing at 23-under for the tournament. His impressive performance tied him with Beau Hossler, forcing a playoff. On the first playoff hole, Yu secured the title with a clutch birdie, outdueling Hossler, who settled for second place.

For Hossler, who finished second, the payout was still substantial, as he earned $828,400. Both players displayed resilience and skill, but Yu’s birdie in the playoff hole clinched the victory.

Significant Prize Money for Top Finishers

Here’s a breakdown of the prize money for the top finishers in the 2024 Sanderson Farms Championship:

1. Kevin Yu: $1,368,000

2. Beau Hossler: $828,400

3. Lucas Glover (Tied): $448,400

4. Keith Mitchell (Tied): $448,400

5. Alex Smalley (Tied): $293,550

6. Bud Cauley (Tied): $293,550

7. Daniel Berger: $256,500

8. Mackenzie Hughes (Tied): $222,300

9. Hayden Springer (Tied): $222,300

10. Michael Thorbjornsen (Tied): $222,300

Other Notable Performances and Earnings

Several other players also walked away with substantial prize money. Tied at 11th place, Emiliano Grillo, Patton Kizzire, Seamus Power, Ryan Fox, and Jacob Bridgeman each earned $163,020. Rickie Fowler, one of the more prominent figures in the tournament, tied for 16th place alongside six other players, securing $108,300.

The following is the complete payout list for all players who finished within the top 68 positions:

T11 Emiliano Grillo: $163,020

T11 Patton Kizzire: $163,020

T11 Seamus Power: $163,020

T11 Ryan Fox: $163,020

T11 Jacob Bridgeman: $163,020

T16 Ben Kohles: $108,300

T16 Brandt Snedeker: $108,300

T16 Rickie Fowler: $108,300

T16 Matti Schmid: $108,300

T16 Vince Whaley: $108,300

T16 Eric Cole: $108,300

T16 Gary Woodland: $108,300

T23 Jhonattan Vegas: $68,020

T23 Ryan Hall: $68,020

T23 Andrew Novak: $68,020

T23 K.H. Lee: $68,020

T23 Stephan Jaeger: $68,020

T28 Justin Lower: $52,060

T28 Nick Hardy: $52,060

T28 Charley Hoffman: $52,060

T28 Nick Dunlap: $52,060

T28 Henrik Norlander: $52,060

Midfield Finishes and Their Earnings

While the top finishers earned the most, players further down the leaderboard still walked away with respectable payouts:

T33 Chandler Phillips: $42,370

T33 Paul Barjon: $42,370

T33 Doug Ghim: $42,370

T33 Chan Kim: $42,370

T37 Wesley Bryan: $34,580

T37 David Skinns: $34,580

T37 Sam Stevens: $34,580

T37 Ben Griffin: $34,580

T37 Mac Meissner: $34,580

T42 Trey Mullinax: $26,220

T42 Trace Crowe: $26,220

T42 Austin Smotherman: $26,220

T42 Luke List: $26,220

T42 Taylor Moore: $26,220

T42 Kevin Streelman: $26,220

Lower Finishers and Prize Money Distribution

Even those finishing near the bottom of the leaderboard earned a significant payout, ensuring that many participants left Jackson, Mississippi, with a solid payday:

T48 Nicholas Lindheim: $19,272

T48 Matt NeSmith: $19,272

T48 Carson Young: $19,272

T48 Patrick Fishburn: $19,272

T48 Martin Laird: $19,272

T48 Lee Hodges: $19,272

T48 Will Gordon: $19,272

T55 Nate Lashley: $17,480

T55 Brandon Wu: $17,480

T55 Joe Highsmith: $17,480

T55 Adrien Dumont de Chassart: $17,480

T55 Chesson Hadley: $17,480

T55 Bill Haas: $17,480

T61 Callum Tarren: $16,872

T61 Roger Sloan: $16,872

T63 Brice Garnett: $16,340

T63 Mark Hubbard: $16,340

T63 Matt McCarty: $16,340

T63 Joseph Bramlett: $16,340

T63 Sami Valimaki: $16,340

68 Rico Hoey: $15,808

A Career-Defining Moment for Kevin Yu

Yu’s win not only catapulted him into the upper echelon of professional golf but also ensured his spot in some of the game’s biggest tournaments. With this victory, Yu earned a two-year PGA Tour exemption, guaranteeing his place on the tour through 2026. He also secured invitations to three of golf’s major championships in 2025 and qualified for eight Signature Events in 2025, setting the stage for what could be a breakout year.

Reflecting on the significance of his achievement, Yu said, “It’s literally a dream come true. I’ve been dreaming of this moment since I was five. I think this is the dream for all golfers, to win on the PGA Tour.” His win in Mississippi is just the beginning for this promising talent, whose journey on the PGA Tour is now gaining serious momentum.