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October 2019. Tiger Woods pocketed $1.755 million from a $9.75 million purse at Japan’s first-ever PGA Tour event. Three years later, that same tournament peaked at $11 million. Fast forward to 2025, and the rebranded Baycurrent Classic sits at $8 million—a 27% drop from that 2022 high and a 5.9% decrease from last year alone. The tournament underwent a complete transformation this year.
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Tokyo-based consulting firm Baycurrent replaced ZOZO as the title sponsor. The event also moved to Yokohama Country Club, leaving its longtime home at Accordia Golf Narashino. Max Greyserman currently dominates the leaderboard at 12-under par with a commanding four-shot lead after firing a career-best 36-hole total of 130.
The $8 million purse rewards every player in the limited 78-player field. The tournament features no cut, ensuring everyone receives compensation. The winner claims $1.44 million (18% of the total purse). Meanwhile, even 78th place earns $12,800—guaranteeing financial security for all participants.
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Here’s the complete payout structure:
| 1 | 18.0 | $1,440,000 |
| 2 | 10.8 | $864,000 |
| 3 | 6.8 | $544,000 |
| 4 | 4.8 | $384,000 |
| 5 | 4.0 | $320,000 |
| 6 | 3.6 | $288,000 |
| 7 | 3.35 | $268,000 |
| 8 | 3.1 | $248,000 |
| 9 | 2.9 | $232,000 |
| 10 | 2.7 | $216,000 |
| 11 | 2.5 | $200,000 |
| 12 | 2.3 | $184,000 |
| 13 | 2.1 | $168,000 |
| 14 | 1.9 | $152,000 |
| 15 | 1.78 | $142,720 |
| 16 | 1.68 | $134,080 |
| 17 | 1.58 | $126,080 |
| 18 | 1.48 | $118,080 |
| 19 | 1.38 | $110,080 |
| 20 | 1.28 | $102,080 |
| 21 | 1.18 | $94,080 |
| 22 | 1.1 | $87,680 |
| 23 | 1.02 | $81,280 |
| 24 | 0.94 | $74,880 |
| 25 | 0.86 | $68,480 |
| 26 | 0.78 | $62,080 |
| 27 | 0.75 | $59,680 |
| 28 | 0.72 | $57,280 |
| 29 | 0.69 | $54,880 |
| 30 | 0.66 | $52,480 |
| 31 | 0.63 | $50,080 |
| 32 | 0.6 | $47,680 |
| 33 | 0.57 | $45,280 |
| 34 | 0.54 | $43,280 |
| 35 | 0.52 | $41,280 |
| 36 | 0.49 | $39,280 |
| 37 | 0.47 | $37,280 |
| 38 | 0.45 | $35,680 |
| 39 | 0.43 | $34,080 |
| 40 | 0.41 | $32,480 |
| 41 | 0.39 | $30,880 |
| 42 | 0.37 | $29,280 |
| 43 | 0.35 | $27,680 |
| 44 | 0.33 | $26,080 |
| 45 | 0.31 | $24,480 |
| 46 | 0.29 | $22,880 |
| 47 | 0.27 | $21,280 |
| 48 | 0.25 | $20,000 |
| 49 | 0.24 | $18,880 |
| 50 | 0.23 | $18,240 |
| 51 | 0.22 | $17,760 |
| 52 | 0.22 | $17,280 |
| 53 | 0.21 | $16,960 |
| 54 | 0.21 | $16,640 |
| 55 | 0.21 | $16,480 |
| 56 | 0.2 | $16,320 |
| 57 | 0.2 | $16,160 |
| 58 | 0.2 | $16,000 |
| 59 | 0.2 | $15,840 |
| 60 | 0.2 | $15,680 |
| 61 | 0.19 | $15,520 |
| 62 | 0.19 | $15,360 |
| 63 | 0.19 | $15,200 |
| 64 | 0.19 | $15,040 |
| 65 | 0.19 | $14,880 |
| 66 | 0.18 | $14,720 |
| 67 | 0.18 | $14,560 |
| 68 | 0.18 | $14,400 |
| 69 | 0.18 | $14,240 |
| 70 | 0.18 | $14,080 |
| 71 | 0.17 | $13,920 |
| 72 | 0.17 | $13,760 |
| 73 | 0.17 | $13,600 |
| 74 | 0.17 | $13,440 |
| 75 | 0.17 | $13,280 |
| 76 | 0.16 | $13,120 |
| 77 | 0.16 | $12,960 |
| 78 | 0.16 | $12,800 |
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The stakes extend beyond immediate payouts. This third event in the FedExCup Fall series carries massive implications for 2026 tour status. The PGA Tour’s new eligibility rules tightened significantly. Only the top 100 players (down from 125) now secure full exempt status. Players ranked 101-125 receive conditional status with limited opportunities.
The field composition guarantees all competitors earn FedExCup points alongside prize money. The winner receives 500 points and a two-year exemption from the tour. For players on the bubble, every dollar and point matters tremendously.
Here’s where things get challenging for U.S. viewers. Golf Channel provides exclusive coverage with brutal overnight hours.
How American fans can watch the 2025 Baycurrent Classic
All rounds air from 11:00 PM to 3:00 AM ET. That’s right—the middle of the night for most American golf fans. You can catch the remaining 2 rounds by sacrificing your sleep.
Streaming options remain equally limited. NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports App offer live simulcasts for cable subscribers. Fubo offers Golf Channel coverage, with packages starting at $55.99 per month for their new sports-focused tier. However, major platforms miss the action entirely. ESPN+ doesn’t carry the event. SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio also offers no live coverage.
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The accessibility issues compound for dedicated fans. American viewers must choose between late-night viewing sessions or catching highlights the next morning. International coverage fares slightly better—Sky Sports Golf broadcasts all rounds at 4:00 AM BST for UK audiences.
Xander Schauffele sits four shots back at 8-under after rebounding with a season-low 63 on Friday. Defending champion Nico Echavarria lurks at 7-under. Meanwhile, 2023 winner Collin Morikawa and home favorite Hideki Matsuyama trail further behind. The tournament concludes Saturday night with Greyserman attempting to secure his first PGA Tour victory.
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