The Masters Tournament at Augusta National is one of the most renowned competitions in professional golf. The world’s top golfers battle for the renowned Green Jacket each year. In addition to the prestige of winning at Augusta, winners also receive a sizable prize, which has increased over time as the tournament budget has grown.
The Masters has provided memorable moments, historic victories, and record-breaking performances over the last ten years. Every Masters edition is a highlight of the golf calendar because both legendary players and up-and-coming talent have made their imprint on the competition.
Below is a look at the last 10 Masters champions and their winning scores.
| Year | Masters Champion | Winning Score | Tournament Highlights | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Rory McIlroy | −11 | McIlroy won in a dramatic playoff to finally claim his first Green Jacket and complete the career Grand Slam. | $4,200,000 |
| 2024 | Scottie Scheffler | −11 | Scheffler dominated Augusta with consistent rounds to secure his second Masters title. | $3,600,000 |
| 2023 | Jon Rahm | −12 | Rahm surged ahead with a strong final round to capture his first Masters victory. | $3,240,000 |
| 2022 | Scottie Scheffler | −10 | The world No.1 golfer maintained control throughout the week to win his first major. | $2,700,000 |
| 2021 | Hideki Matsuyama | −10 | Matsuyama became the first Japanese golfer to win the Masters. | $2,070,000 |
| 2020 | Dustin Johnson | −20 | Johnson set a Masters record for the lowest winning score in tournament history. | $2,070,000 |
| 2019 | Tiger Woods | −13 | Woods completed a historic comeback by winning his fifth Masters title. | $2,070,000 |
| 2018 | Patrick Reed | −15 | Reed led most of the tournament and secured his first major championship. | $1,980,000 |
| 2017 | Sergio García | −9 | García defeated Justin Rose in a playoff to claim his long-awaited first major. | $1,980,000 |
| 2016 | Danny Willett | −5 | Willett capitalized on a dramatic final-round shift to win the Green Jacket. | $1,800,000 |
Memorable moments from the last decade
Over the last 10 years, a number of Masters triumphs are notable for their importance in golf history. Tiger Woods’ 2019 victory, his first major triumph in almost 10 years and his fifth Masters championship, is still regarded as one of the most legendary comebacks in sports.
Dustin Johnson’s astounding score of −20, the lowest winning score ever recorded at Augusta National, broke a tournament record in 2020. In the meantime, supporters around Asia were inspired when Hideki Matsuyama became the first Japanese golfer to win the Masters in 2021.
Having won the event twice in a short period, Scottie Scheffler has been the most reliable player in recent years. His wins demonstrated his consistent performance and aptitude for the difficult Augusta course.
Growing prize money at the Masters
As the sport continues to expand internationally, the Masters prize money has climbed dramatically. The winner’s share has risen beyond $3 million in recent years; Rory McIlroy won $4.2 million in 2025.
The Master’s true status is found in its history and tradition, even though the cash awards are substantial. One of the greatest accomplishments in professional golf is still winning the Green Jacket and being added to the list of previous winners.
As the Masters continues to develop, new winners will try to make a lasting impression on golfers worldwide and add their names to this historic competition.
