Despite failing to make the cut at the 2025 U.S. Open, former world No. 1 Dustin Johnson didn’t leave empty-handed. The two-time major champion secured a consolation prize of $2.1 million, thanks to his involvement in the LIV Golf circuit’s latest team event payout.
While Johnson’s performance at the U.S. Open fell short of expectations—marking another early exit in a major—his lucrative contract and earnings from the Saudi-backed LIV Golf league continue to cushion any on-course setbacks. His team’s success in the recent LIV event contributed heavily to the multi-million-dollar sum he pocketed even after bowing out early from Pinehurst.
Fans and analysts may have questioned his competitive edge in recent majors, but financially, Johnson remains among the sport’s biggest earners. The $2.1 million reward serves as a reminder that in today’s golf world, there are multiple paths to significant paydays—even without making the weekend cut.
