Augusta National has increased overall purse to a record $22.5 million, with the winner now earning a first-place prize money payout of $4.5 million

His 65 was tied with Scottie Scheffler for lowest round of the day as the two-time Masters champion finished at 7 under. He is one of nine players within five shots of the lead heading into Sunday's final round.

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McIlroy saw his six-shot lead disappear on Saturday, and he has only himself to blame.

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Augusta National officials announced Saturday a record $22.5 million purse for this year’s Masters Tournament. The winner will receive $4.5 million. Last year’s purse was $21 million with $4.2 million going to winner Rory McIlroy ( full payout from 2025 ). Here’s how it has changed in recent years at the season’s first major:

A $4.5 million payday awaits the 2026 Masters champion alongside the green jacket

Scheffler fired a 7-under 65 to get himself back in contention, but wasn't thrilled with some questions after his round.