Champion Carson Young Takes Home $1.296 Million at 2024 World Wide Technology Championship

El Cardonal at Diamante, Los Cabos, Mexico - In a thrilling conclusion to the 2024 World Wide Technology Championship, Carson Young emerged victorious, pocketing a hefty prize of $1.296 million from the tournament's $7.2 million total purse. The event, held at the picturesque El Cardonal at Diamante, showcased some of the world's best golfers competing under the challenging yet rewarding conditions of the course.

Young's emotional journey to the top was highlighted by fellow competitor Justin Lower, who, after the third round, expressed the profound significance of such a win. "Everything," Lower said, his voice thick with emotion, reflecting on what a victory would mean. "I work really hard at this game, and sometimes I think I might never have gotten this far. It's just joyful, being out here."

The payout for the top finishers was as follows: - 2nd Place: $784,800 - 3rd Place: $496,800 - 4th Place: $352,800 - 5th Place: $295,200

The competition was fierce, with scores dropping significantly as the wind stayed down, making for a "very scorable golf course," as Lower noted. His own aspirations for a top finish were palpable, aiming to shoot between five- and nine-under par in the final round to secure his position.

The tournament not only tested the skill and resilience of the players but also highlighted the emotional stakes involved. Lower's candid reflections on the changes in the golfing landscape added a layer of depth to the narrative of the Championship, illustrating the personal and professional challenges golfers face.

The World Wide Technology Championship continues to be a pivotal event on the PGA Tour, offering not just substantial financial rewards but also a stage for golfers to prove their mettle and potentially change their careers with a single, defining performance.