In 2024, Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka stand as two of the most successful and wealthy golfers of their generation, but McIlroy edges ahead in terms of financial achievements. As a former world No. 1, McIlroy’s net worth is estimated at $170 million, bolstered by his long-standing PGA Tour career and lucrative endorsement deals with brands like Nike and TaylorMade.
His dominance on both the PGA and DP World Tours, along with four major championship wins before the age of 25, cemented his position among the highest-paid athletes globally. Despite turning down LIV Golf’s controversial offer in favor of staying on the PGA Tour, McIlroy’s annual earnings from endorsements alone reportedly reach $40 million, contributing significantly to his wealth.
Brooks Koepka, although trailing McIlroy in net worth with a reported $60 million, has carved his own lucrative path by joining LIV Golf, where he reportedly secured a $100 million payday. While Koepka’s career earnings from the PGA Tour amount to $43 million, his shift to LIV has increased his fortune, with an additional $38.8 million in earnings by 2024.
Koepka has also claimed five major titles, one more than McIlroy, and made history as the first LIV golfer to win a major championship and compete in the Ryder Cup. Despite his lower net worth, Koepka’s bold move to LIV Golf has ensured his place among golf’s financial elite.