The 2023 Ryder Cup generated an impressive $262 million in economic activity, and the 2025 event is projected to bring in over $200 million for New York. Data from Substack shows that ticket sales alone can reach $146.4 million. While not all of this revenue goes directly to the PGA of America or Ryder Cup Europe, both still earn a significant share. Despite these massive numbers, the prize money for winning the Ryder Cup remains zero.

There’s no prize money awarded to individuals or the team winning at the Ryder Cup 2025. Samuel Ryder started this biennial event in 1927 without a prize pool. Instead, he covered expenses like travel, accommodation, and more. The tradition continues to this day.

It is never about the money in the Ryder Cup. The event historically emphasizes national pride

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