Ben Griffin has once again proven his dominance on the PGA Tour, securing his third victory of the 2025 season at the World Wide Technology Championship in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Griffin’s stellar performance culminated in a final-round 9-under 63, propelling him to a two-stroke victory and a $1,080,000 prize.
Key Takeaways
- Ben Griffin secured his third PGA Tour win of 2025, earning $1,080,000.
- The tournament featured a total prize purse of $6 million.
- Griffin’s victory set a new tournament-low scoring record at 29-under par.
Griffin’s Dominant Performance
Griffin’s path to victory was marked by consistent excellence. After an opening round of 7-under, he steadily climbed the leaderboard, entering the final day in third place. His exceptional final round, tied for the day’s low score, allowed him to overtake the competition and secure his win at El Cardonal at Diamante.
This victory places Griffin in elite company, joining Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy as the only three-time winners on the PGA Tour this season. His performance also validates his status as a top contender, especially after his recent Ryder Cup experience.
Prize Money Breakdown
The World Wide Technology Championship boasted a total prize purse of $6 million, with significant payouts for the top finishers. Here’s a look at how the earnings were distributed:
| Finish | Player | Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ben Griffin | $1,080,000 |
| T2 | Sami Valimaki | $534,000 |
| T2 | Chad Ramey | $534,000 |
| T4 | Garrick Higgo | $270,000 |
| T4 | Trevor Cone | $270,000 |
| T6 | Carson Young | $210,000 |
| T6 | Patrick Rodgers | $210,000 |
| T8 | Matti Schmid | $181,500 |
| T8 | Nick Dunlap | $181,500 |
| 10 | Eric Cole | $163,500 |
Notable Performances
Sami Valimaki and Chad Ramey tied for second place, each earning $534,000. Valimaki’s tournament included a strong opening round, while Ramey demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout the event. Garrick Higgo, who led after the third round, finished T4, earning $270,000.
Other notable performances included Nick Dunlap, who shared the first-round lead and finished T8, securing $181,500. The tournament also saw memorable moments, such as Andrew Putnam’s hole-in-one on the 16th hole during the third round.
Tournament Details
The World Wide Technology Championship, held at the Tiger Woods-designed El Cardonal at Diamante, concluded with Griffin setting a new tournament-low scoring record of 29-under par (259). The event is a significant stop on the PGA Tour’s FedExCup Fall schedule, offering substantial prize money and FedExCup points.
Sources
- World Wide Technology Championship 2025 prize money: Full $6 million purse payout, Golf Channel.
- Points and payouts: See what each player earned at World Wide Technology Championship, PGA Tour.
- Points and payouts: See what each player earned at World Wide Technology Championship, PGA Tour.
- 2025 World Wide Technology Championship purse, payout, GOLF.com.
- WiretoWire: Ben Griffin grabs third win of 2025 at World Wide Technology, PGA Tour.
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