The 2026 Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences is underway at La Paloma Country Club in Tucson, Arizona. Set against the desert backdrop of Tucson, it brings together a full field of seasoned winners and major champions. They will all be chasing a 7-figure prize pool. But unlike many other events on the PGA Tour Champions, this event is unique. It is a 78-golfer event with no cut midway. This means that everyone participating in the event leaves with a paycheck from the total $2.2 million prize money.
The 2026 Cologuard Classic prize money and the winner’s payout
The total prize pool of the 2026 Cologuard Classic is $2.2 million. Per the PGA Tour Champions’ standard 15% pay, the winner receives a hefty $330,000 paycheck. The 54-hole stroke-play event features a field of 78 golfers. This also means the winner will earn 330,000 Schwab Cup points.
After the winner, the runner-up takes home the biggest chunk of the prize money. He receives 193,600, while the 3rd position gets $158,400.
However, since it’s a no-cut event, every golfer will get some financial reward. Here’s the complete breakdown of the 2026 Cologuard Classic prize money:…