Dustin Johnson
DJ certainly knows how to turn tables on the golf course, and even after defecting to LIV Golf, he has continued to earn big money thanks to the league’s hefty tournament purses. Despite losing some sponsors after defecting to the Saudi league, Johnson still endorses top brands like TaylorMade, Perfect Practice, NetJets, Hublot, and BodyArmor, earning him over $11 million yearly.
Brooks Koepka
Koepka is one of the most marketable faces in golf, owing to his dashing looks and sports consistency. The 2023 PGA Championship winner is another one of the LIV Golf defectors on this list, but that has not affected his corporate partnerships with top names like Nike, Michelob Ultra, NetJets, and Srixon. Koepka earns at least $10 million annually from his various endorsements.
Scottie Scheffler
The new golf prince of New Jersey, Scottie Scheffler, may be less financially endowed than some stars on this list, but judging from his level of play, he is heading there. Scheffler’s main brand sponsor is Nike, although the golfer also has partnerships with brands like Netjets, and Titleist. The world’s number one player is estimated to make $6m annually from endorsements, projected to skyrocket soon.
Jon Rahm
2023 Masters winner Jon Rahm is a man on a mission, and despite being on the lower end of this list currently, the tables might soon tip in his favor. Rahm works with corporate sponsors such as Callaway, Mercedes-Benz, VistaJet, and Blue Yonder. The Spaniard is said to make an average of $6 million annually from the endorsements.
Parting Shot
From the list , it’s easy to see how top pro golfers live lavishly even during the off-seasons. These sponsorship deals provide a safety net that consistently supplies pro players with millions annually, provided that they meet their contractual obligations. With the new crop of young players causing ripples in the sport, such as Scheffler and Rahm, we can’t wait to see who will hold the most lucrative sponsorship deals soon.