Young Wins Cadillac Trophy at Blue Monster

Cameron Young dominated the 2026 Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral, securing a wire-to-wire victory and a record-breaking $3.6 million prize from the event’s $20 million purse. The 24-year-old golfer, who already topped $10 million in earnings this year, finished at 19 under par, six shots clear of runner-up Scottie Scheffler. His triumph marks the first wire-to-wire win at Doral since Andy Bean’s victory in 1977, cementing Young’s place as one of the tour’s rising stars.

The Cadillac Championship, a PGA Tour Signature Event, returned to Doral after a decade-long absence, drawing a star-studded field that included 36 of the world’s top 50 players. The $20 million purse, with 18% allocated to the winner, underscored the event’s prestige and the PGA Tour’s commitment to delivering high-stakes competition.

Young’s victory was particularly notable for its dominance. He led by five shots entering the weekend and extended his lead to six shots on Sunday, finishing with a final-round 68. The win was Young’s second of the season, following his victory at the Players Championship in March, where he earned a $4.5 million prize. His cumulative earnings for 2026 now exceed $14 million, making him one of the highest-paid golfers in the world this year.

Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1 and defending champion, finished in second place with a score of 13 under par, earning $2.18 million. His third consecutive runner-up finish at Doral adds to a season that has seen him consistently challenge for major titles but fall just short.

Ben Griffin secured third place with a score of 12 under par, taking home $1.38 million. The top 10 finishers included a mix of established stars and rising talents, with Adam Scott, Sepp Straka, and Si Woo Kim all tying for fourth place, each earning $841,666.

The Cadillac Championship also offered significant FedEx Cup points, with the winner earning 700 points. This boosted Young’s position in the FedEx Cup standings, adding momentum to his bid for the season-long title.

The event’s return to Doral was met with enthusiasm, despite political controversies surrounding the venue. The Blue Monster course, known for its challenging layout, produced a compelling week of golf, with Young’s performance standing out as a defining moment in the tournament’s history.

Looking ahead, Young’s form and confidence will be closely watched as the PGA Tour season progresses. With two major victories already under his belt, he enters the rest of the season as a favorite for further success, including the upcoming U.S. Open.

For now, the focus remains on Young’s historic win, the largest purse in PGA Tour history for a single event, and the renewed excitement for golf at Doral.

Prize Money Breakdown

• 1st Place (Cameron Young): $3,600,000
• 2nd Place (Scottie Scheffler): $2,180,000
• 3rd Place (Ben Griffin): $1,380,000
• Tied 4th Place (Adam Scott, Sepp Straka, Si Woo Kim): $841,666 each
• Tied 7th Place (Alex Noren, Alex Smalley): $650,000 each
• Tied 9th Place (Alex Fitzpatrick, Kurt Kitayama, Rickie Fowler, Nick Taylor, Matt McCarty): $505,000 each
• Tied 14th Place (Lucas Glover, J.J. Spaun, Aldrich Potgieter, Kristoffer Reitan): $355,000 each
• Tied 18th Place (Sam Stevens, Min Woo Lee, Andrew Putnam, Jordan Spieth, Michael Kim): $265,000 each

The Cadillac Championship’s return to Doral and Young’s commanding victory have set a new benchmark for PGA Tour events, both in terms of competition and prize money.