The 2025 Omega European Masters, set amid the breathtaking peaks of Crans‑sur‑Sierre Golf Club, features one of the largest stand‑alone purses on the DP World Tour’s Back Nine swing. This year, a $3.25 million prize fund returns–a notable boost over 2023’s $2.75 million while matching the 2024 total.
This event serves multiple roles: not only a prestigious title but also a strategic race for 5,000 Race to Dubai points and a final opportunity for players hoping to earn a Ryder Cup captain’s pick from Luke Donald. He is expected to share his chosen team on Monday.
Winner’s Share: Over Half a Million Dollars
At the top of the leaderboard, the champion walks away with a hefty $552,500, approximately 17% of the total purse. This figure aligns with data from both Golf Monthly and other top sources, underscoring its accuracy.
Securing first place not only means financial reward but also a massive boost in ranking and momentum–especially relevant for players aiming to clinch year-end goals like the Race to Dubai or Ryder Cup.
According to the Rules & Regulations:
“A field of 156 participants will play one round on each of the first two days. There will be a cut after 36 holes to the leading 65 professionals and ties. In the event that the cut after 2 rounds qualifies more than 78 players for the third and fourth rounds then, there may be an additional cut after 3 rounds to the leading 72 professionals* and those who tie for 72nd place. Such a decision will be taken by the Tournament Director in accordance with the Regulation I 6 of the DPWT Member’s Regulation Handbook.
“The prize money breakdown will be unchanged. i.e. All professionals making the original cut to 65 and ties but missing the 3rd round cut will be paid in accordance with their position after 3 rounds.”
Top Finishes Breakdown
Here’s a refined breakdown of the prize allocations for top finishers, based on authoritative sources:
| Position | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| 1st | $552,500 |
| 2nd | $357,500 |
| 3rd | $204,750 |
| 4th | $162,500 |
| 5th | $137,800 |
| 6th | $113,750 |
| 7th | $97,500 |
| 8th | $81,250 |
| 9th | $72,800 |
| 10th | $65,000 |
| 11th | $59,800 |
| 12th | $55,900 |
| 13th | $52,325 |
| 14th | $49,725 |
| 15th | $47,775 |
| 16th | $45,825 |
| 17th | $43,875 |
| 18th | $41,925 |
| 19th | $40,300 |
| 20th | $39,000 |
| 21st | $37,700 |
| 22nd | $36,725 |
| 23rd | $35,750 |
| 24th | $34,775 |
| 25th | $33,800 |
| 26th | $32,825 |
| 27th | $31,850 |
| 28th | $30,875 |
| 29th | $29,900 |
| 30th | $28,925 |
| 31st | $27,950 |
| 32nd | $26,975 |
| 33rd | $26,000 |
| 34th | $25,025 |
| 35th | $24,050 |
| 36th | $23,075 |
| 37th | $22,425 |
| 38th | $21,775 |
| 39th | $21,125 |
| 40th | $20,475 |
| 41st | $19,825 |
| 42nd | $19,175 |
| 43rd | $18,525 |
| 44th | $17,875 |
| 45th | $17,225 |
| 46th | $16,575 |
| 47th | $15,925 |
| 48th | $15,275 |
| 49th | $14,625 |
| 50th | $13,975 |
| 51st | $13,325 |
| 52nd | $12,675 |
| 53rd | $12,025 |
| 54th | $11,375 |
| 55th | $11,050 |
| 56th | $10,725 |
| 57th | $10,400 |
| 58th | $10,075 |
| 59th | $9,750 |
| 60th | $9,425 |
| 61st | $9,100 |
| 62nd | $8,775 |
| 63rd | $8,450 |
| 64th | $8,125 |
| 65th | $7,800 |
Payout Scale: From Leaders to Field Players
For those finishing lower in the standings, the payouts taper gradually yet meaningfully. A player finishing around 20th place can still earn approximately $39,000, a solid payday for many DP World Tour professionals. Similarly, mid-pack finishers also receive incremental compensation–$33K for 25th, $28K for 30th, and so on.
This structure emphasizes financial sustainability on tour–not just for champions but for those grinding week in, week out.
In context, the European Masters is not just a financial milestone; it’s a launching pad. The 5,000 Race to Dubai points invigorate the rankings battle, placing added emphasis on performance in this concluding stretch of the season.
Moreover, with Ryder Cup captain selections looming, players aiming to catch the eye of Captain Donald can make one final statement; including those finishing within the top payouts.
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