The biggest prize money events in individual sports are now routinely awarding more than many athletes earn from a whole season.

In the world of modern sports, prize money has become a significant indicator of how much it means to win a tournament. While team events often make headlines for their colossal television deals, it's usually individual sports like tennis and golf, and elite season-ending tournaments such as the FedEx Cup and ATP Finals, that offer the most lucrative paydays for athletes.

From the Grand Slams in tennis to the historic majors in golf and high-stakes year-end championships, top individual events now regularly award more than many team athletes earn in an entire season. Here's a rundown of the nine highest prize money events in individual sports, based on total pu

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