2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans: Final Payouts, Prize Money, and Winnings
The 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, held from April 23 to 26 at TPC Louisiana in Avondale, Louisiana, featured a $9.5 million purse as the PGA Tour’s only team event of the season. The tournament concluded with Alex Smalley and Hayden Springer capturing the championship in a playoff, securing the largest share of the prize fund.
Championship Outcome and Winner’s Share
After 72 holes of play, Smalley and Springer finished tied at 22-under-par with Robert Karlsson and Henrik Norlander, necessitating a playoff. The duo prevailed on the first extra hole to claim victory. For their win, Smalley and Springer each received $513,000, reflecting the standard PGA Tour payout structure for team events where earnings are split evenly between partners.
Complete Prize Money Distribution
The $9.5 million purse was distributed among the 35 teams that made the 36-hole cut, with payouts extending to 70 individual players. The following table outlines the prize money earned by the top finishers:
| Position | Players | Score | Payout (Team) | Payout (Per Player) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alex Smalley / Hayden Springer | -22 | $1,026,000 | $513,000 |
| 2 | Robert Karlsson / Henrik Norlander | -22 | $622,250 | $311,125 |
| 3 | Matt Fitzpatrick / Alex Fitzpatrick | -21 | $391,500 | $195,750 |
| 4 | Brian Harman / Russell Henley | -20 | $275,500 | $137,750 |
| 5 | Scottie Scheffler / Sam Burns | -19 | $230,000 | $115,000 |
| 6 | Tommy Fleetwood / Viktor Hovland | -18 | $201,500 | $100,750 |
| 7 | Justin Thomas / Jordan Spieth | -17 | $178,250 | $89,125 |
| 8 | Collin Morikawa / Max Homa | -16 | $159,500 | $79,750 |
| 9 | Xander Schauffele / Patrick Cantlay | -15 | $143,750 | $71,875 |
| 10 | Will Zalatoris / Cameron Young | -14 | $130,000 | $65,000 |
Teams finishing from 11th to 35th received progressively lower payouts, with the 35th-place team earning $21,850 per player ($43,700 team total). All cut-made players received official PGA Tour money list credit based on their individual share.
Notable Performances and Cut Line
The cut fell at 10-under-par, with 35 teams advancing to the weekend. Defending champions Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin made the cut on the number, while notable absentees from the weekend rounds included Shane Lowry and Brooks Koepka, who finished at 9-under and missed the cut by one stroke.
Smalley and Springer opened the tournament with a record-tying 14-under 58 in the four-ball format, setting the tone for their eventual victory. Their final-round 6-under 66 in the foursomes format proved decisive in forcing the playoff.
Tournament Format and Significance
The Zurich Classic remains unique on the PGA Tour schedule for its team competition format. The event utilizes four-ball (better ball) in the first and third rounds, switching to foursomes (alternate shot) for the second and final rounds. This structure tests both individual skill and team chemistry over the four-day competition.
As a signature event, the Zurich Classic offers elevated FedEx Cup points and strong field participation. The 2026 edition continued the tournament’s reputation for producing exciting finishes and substantial payouts, reinforcing its status as one of the season’s most anticipated team events.