Horton Smith at the majors and The Players
Horton Smith's finishes in golf's biggest events, with the prize money wherever it was published.
Horton Smith's wins, then and now
What each of Smith's major and Players wins paid, its value in 2026 dollars, and what the same title pays now.
Horton Smith's 2 wins in the majors and The Players paid $2K in total. In 2026 dollars, that is about $36K.
His first, the 1934 Masters Tournament, paid $1. His biggest check was $1,500, at the 1936 Masters Tournament.
Winning the same events today would pay $9.0M. That is 250 times as much, even after inflation.
| Year | Tournament | Paid | In 2026 dollars | Winner's share now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1934 | Masters Tournament | $1 | $25 | $4,500,000 (2026) |
| 1936 | Masters Tournament | $1,500 | $35,940 | $4,500,000 (2026) |
Horton Smith earnings FAQ
How much did Horton Smith earn in his career?
Season-by-season prize money isn't published for Horton Smith, so his career total is not known.
How many majors did Horton Smith win?
2: 1934 Masters Tournament, 1936 Masters Tournament.