Career Earnings and Major Wins
Tiger Woods has won 15 major championships, the second most in men's golf history, while Phil Mickelson has captured 6 majors, including 3 Masters titles. Woods has earned over $120 million in PGA Tour career earnings according to the PGA Tour official statistics page, while Mickelson has accumulated more than $95 million on the PGA Tour as reported by the PGA Tour official earnings page. Woods has also earned substantial income from his role as a global ambassador for companies like TaylorMade and his past partnership with Nike, while Mickelson has maintained endorsement deals with Callaway and worked as a broadcaster for CBS and ESPN. Both players have leveraged their major victories into lucrative business ventures, with Woods launching TGR Design and Mickelson co-founding Mickelson Golf Advisors.
Their head-to-head major record shows Woods leading 10-3 in major championships where both have played in the final rounds, with Mickelson winning 3 of their 13 direct major matchups. Woods has spent the most consecutive weeks as World No. 1 in golf history, a record tracked by the Official World Golf Ranking, while Mickelson has peaked at No. 2 and spent over 700 weeks in the top 10. Their contrasting careers highlight Woods's dominance in the early 2000s and Mickelson's longevity, with Mickelson winning a major after age 50 at the 2021 PGA Championship.
Net Worth and Current Financial Standing
Tiger Woods's net worth is estimated at approximately $1.2 billion, driven by his PGA Tour earnings, course design business, and long-term endorsement deals with companies like TaylorMade, Monster Energy, and Rolex. Phil Mickelson's net worth is estimated at around $400 million, built on his PGA Tour career earnings, broadcasting roles, and endorsement partnerships with Callaway Golf and KPMG. Woods's wealth has been bolstered by his ownership stake in TGR Design, which manages golf course projects worldwide, while Mickelson has diversified into golf course consulting and media appearances.
Both golfers have faced significant financial events outside their sport, with Woods dealing with the costs of multiple car accidents and divorce settlements, while Mickelson has been involved in high-profile investments and a controversial Saudi-backed LIV Golf league involvement. Woods's primary income now comes from course design and select endorsements after his reduced PGA Tour schedule, while Mickelson continues to earn from broadcasting and course design projects. Their financial profiles reflect different career trajectories, with Woods maintaining a larger overall asset base despite Mickelson's continued active involvement in golf media and design.
Business Ventures and Endorsements
Tiger Woods founded TGR Design, a golf course design firm that has created or renovated courses across the United States and internationally, and he holds ownership stakes in several golf-related businesses. Phil Mickelson co-founded Mickelson Golf Advisors, a firm that provides course consulting and strategic guidance to golf facilities, and he has served as a brand ambassador for Callaway Golf since 2004. Woods's endorsement portfolio has historically included Nike, TaylorMade, and Monster Energy, while Mickelson has been associated with Callaway, KPMG, and ExxonMobil through sponsorship agreements.
Both players have expanded into media, with Woods involved in content creation through his TGR Foundation and digital platforms, while Mickelson has served as a lead golf analyst for CBS Sports and ESPN. Woods's business strategy focuses on course design and brand licensing, while Mickelson has pursued a combination of broadcasting, consulting, and select endorsement deals. Their ventures reflect the different phases of their careers, with Woods leveraging his legacy and Mickelson maintaining an active presence in golf media and course development.