Why Aaron Rai will lose almost $2 million after winning 2026 PGA Championship
Aaron Rai won the 2026 PGA Championship, marking his first major victory. Despite the triumph, he will see a significant portion of his prize money deducted due to taxes and expenses. Ultimately, Rai is expected to take home between $1.85 million and $2.2 million from his record-breaking $3.69 million winner's check.
- ▪Aaron Rai won his first PGA Championship with a final round score of 5-under par.
- ▪He is the first English-born golfer to win the PGA Championship since Jim Barnes in 1919.
- ▪After taxes and expenses, Rai will take home approximately $1.85 million to $2.2 million from his winnings.
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