The JM Eagle LA Championship payout just reached a new level, with the LPGA announcing a purse increase to $4.75 million for the 2026 event.
The announcement came from chairman and CEO Walter Wang, who revealed the increase live on Golf Channel during Saturday’s third round of play.
That number now ranks among the largest purses on the LPGA Tour outside of major championships and the CME Group Tour Championship — another sign of the league's continued financial growth.
The increase came mid-tournament, with organizers adding an additional $1 million to the pool prize. That bump elevated the event from its original $3.75 million purse and continued a steady climb. The tournament doubled its purse from $1.5 million to $3 million in 2023, before rising to $3.75 million in 2024.
The winner's share reflects that jump. 2026 champion Hannah Green earned $712,500, up from $562,500 in previous years. The victory marked her third LA Championship title in four years — and her first victory at El Caballero Country Club.
However, that shift doesn't just impact No. 1, with each Top 10 finisher earning six-figure payouts. The move reinforces how much earning potential has grown across the LPGA.
The JM Eagle LA Championship tees off just before the Chevron Championship, the first major of the season. This makes it a key stop for players looking to build momentum — and now, a more lucrative one.
More broadly, the increase reflects a larger trend. The LPGA continues to push toward higher purses and expanded investment, with 2026 featuring record prize money across the schedule.
