Open Extended ReactionsPORTRUSH, Northern Ireland -- The Open Championship is leaving the total prize money at $17 million, the first time since 2012 the R&A has chosen not to increase the purse. The four majors had been gradually increasing their prize money in recent years. It's an example that the biggest championships are not about prize money, but green jackets and claret jugs. The Players Championship on the PGA Tour has a $25 million purse. PGA Tour signature events and Saudi-funded LIV Golf events have $20 million prize funds.