BMW PGA Championship 2025: Final Results, Ryder Cup Drama, and Payouts
The BMW PGA Championship 2025 at Wentworth delivered everything fans hoped for — drama, Ryder Cup storylines, and big money. Alex Noren’s playoff win over Adrien Saddier capped off four exciting days. Along with the title, players also battled for crucial Race to Dubai points and a share of the lucrative BMW PGA Championship payouts.
History and Prestige
The BMW PGA Championship began in 1955. Today, it stands as the flagship event of the DP World Tour. Since 1984, it has been held at the Wentworth Club’s West Course in Surrey. The course plays as a par 72 and stretches over 7,200 yards.
In 2019, the tournament shifted from May to September, giving it a prime spot on the calendar. It is also part of the Rolex Series, which ensures a higher purse and more ranking points. That combination attracts many of the world’s best players every year.
2025 Edition: Noren Triumphs in Playoff
This year, Alex Noren lifted the trophy for the second time. He beat Adrien Saddier in a playoff after both finished tied at −19. Noren’s rounds of 67, 68, 66, and 68 showed his steady control. Saddier’s brilliant 65 on Saturday kept him in the hunt, but he fell just short. (Full Results)
Patrick Reed and Aaron Rai tied for third at −16, three shots behind.
BMW PGA Championship Payouts 2025
The BMW PGA Championship purse once again rewarded consistency and nerves under pressure. Here are the payouts for the Top 10 finishers:
| Position | Player | Score | Payout (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alex Noren | −19 | $1,530,000 |
| 2 | Adrien Saddier | −19 | $990,000 |
| T3 | Patrick Reed | −16 | $565,000 |
| T3 | Aaron Rai | −16 | $565,000 |
| T5 | Tyrrell Hatton | −15 | $318,000 |
| T5 | Viktor Hovland | −15 | $318,000 |
| T5 | Matt Fitzpatrick | −15 | $318,000 |
| T5 | Darren Fichardt | −15 | $318,000 |
| T5 | Ewen Ferguson | −15 | $318,000 |
| 10 | Si Woo Kim | −15 | $243,000 |
(Approximate payout figures; official values may vary slightly based on DP World Tour distribution). Here is the complete list of results and payouts.
The BMW PGA Championship payouts confirm its status as one of the most lucrative non-major events on the DP World Tour calendar.
Ryder Cup Connections
This year’s tournament doubled as Ryder Cup prep. Jon Rahm, representing LIV Golf, was paired with Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry to sharpen Europe’s team chemistry. That move showed the DP World Tour’s flexibility.
The PGA Tour, meanwhile, stuck to its ban on LIV players. Bryson DeChambeau, despite being on Team USA, was not allowed to tee it up in any PGA Tour events. The difference in policy was striking. Europe focused on unity, while America chose separation. When the teams meet, this contrast could matter.
For more context, check out this guide to Ryder Cup history, records, and famous pairings.
European Ryder Cup Players at Wentworth
- Hatton, Hovland, and Fitzpatrick all tied for fifth on −15, just off the lead.
- Rahm finished tied 18th at −13, closing strong with a 66.
- McIlroy, Åberg, and Rasmus Højgaard tied 24th at −12. McIlroy’s Sunday 65 was a highlight.
- Fleetwood and Lowry posted −8 (T46).
- Rose ended at −6 (T61).
- MacIntyre missed the cut at −2.
- Rasmus Højgaard also missed the cut after finishing at +5.
- Sepp Straka did not play. Captain Luke Donald explained at the Irish Open: “Yeah, everything is OK. I don’t think an official announcement has been made, but him and his wife welcomed their baby a few weeks ago prematurely. Everything is going extremely well with their baby. He just doesn’t want to be so far away. I think that’s only fair.” (Golf Monthly)
Other Notable Stories
- Marcel Siem DQ: The German was disqualified after a rules error with a provisional ball.
- Saturday Cut: With 86 players surviving Friday, officials applied a rare Saturday cut.
- Stolen Rolex Clocks: Two Rolex clocks vanished from Wentworth but were later recovered thanks to tracking devices.
Why This Tournament Matters
The BMW PGA Championship offers more than prize money. It provides Race to Dubai points, Ryder Cup insights, and one of the best atmospheres in European golf. Noren’s win reminded fans of his consistency. The payouts confirmed the event’s status as a financial powerhouse. Most importantly, Wentworth again set the stage for Europe’s biggest stars to fine-tune before the Ryder Cup.
