Fifth edition of “Match“introduces golf’s most famous rivalry between Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau.
So, what will these two golfers compete for? The biggest prize of all: bragging rights.
In the fifth edition of “The Match”, the proceeds will be donated to charity and no cash prizes will be awarded to Koepka or DeChambeau if they win. This is the fourth time in a row “The Match” has donated event-related money to charity instead of giving it to the winner of the contest.
Here’s how the broken charity money is made, including a detailed list of specific holes that have their own contests attached for donations.
The Match wallet: How much money will be donated to charity?
The total amount raised for charity at the end of “The Match” is unknown as the final number is based on several circumstances. This is because five of the 12 holes DeChambeau and Koepka are playing have additional donation prices attached depending on how the golfers compete.
Over its history, “The Match” has donated approximately $30 million to various charities, and they have also donated approximately 10 million meals to Feeding America, one of its main charities. they give this edition. Additionally, the APGA Tour (Advocates Pro Golf Association Tour) is the other major charity to which the money will be donated. WarnerMedia and golfers will also donate 3.75 million meals to Feeding America.
DeChambeau chose to donate to Shriner Hospital for the event, while Koepka chose to donate to St. Jude.
How much will the winner earn?
In the first version of “The Match” between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, the winner (Mickelson) took home a $9 million prize pool. However, the next three editions of “The Match” decided to give the prize money to charities, so the winners didn’t take it home themselves.
“The Match 5” will also have no cash prizes for DeChambeau or Koepka. The winner will walk away with bragging rights.
What field competitions will The Match have?
Five of the 12 holes that DeChambeau and Koepka will play have additional competitions on the field to allow them to raise more money for charities. Below is a list of each hole played and the amount involved in each hole.
Hole 3
The par four hole is called “DraftKings Closest to the Hole.” Whoever has their tee shot closest to the hole will be able to donate 50,000 dollars to the charity of their choice. If they land within 5 feet of the hole, an additional amount 150,000 dollars will be donated. If one of the golfers has a hole in one, 2 million dollars will be given extra.
Hole 6
The par 3 hole is titled “Wheels Up / Meals Up and Feeding America Closest to the Hole.” Whoever hits their tee closest to the hole wins 500,000 won meals are donated to Feeding America on their behalf. If they are within 5 feet of the hole, an additional amount 1.5 million won Meals will be provided. If they have holes in one, 20 million Meals will be provided. 100,000 won ZenWTR will donate water bottles.
Hole 7
The par 5 hole is titled “Capital One Venture X Long Drive Challenge.” Whoever hits the longest run outside the tee will get 200,000 dollars donated in the player’s name.
Hole 9
The par three hole is titled “ZipRecruiter Closest to the Hole.” The same rules and results apply from hole 3 to this hole.
Hole 11
The par 3 hole is titled “Wagoneer Closest to the Hole.” The same rules and results apply to hole 3 and hole 11 with this hole.
Bryson DeChambeau’s Net Worth
DeChambeau’s net worth is currently $10 million, according to The Sun.
In a professional golf career spanning five and a half years to date, DeChambeau has earned about $23 million. In 2021, he earns about 5 million dollars.
Brooks Koepka’s Net Worth
Koepka’s net worth is around $18 million, according to The Sun.
Since turning pro in 2012, Koepka has earned more than $35 million in her career. His four major championships help with that total, along with his various endorsements.
