# Ben James eyes 2026 World Wide Tech Championship win

> Ben James aims for PGA Tour breakthrough at 2026 World Wide Technology Championship.
- Title: Ben James eyes 2026 World Wide Tech Championship win · Golf
- Summary: Ben James aims for PGA Tour breakthrough at 2026 World Wide Technology Championship.
- Keywords: 2026 world wide technology championship, ben james, pga tour, winner's share, golf tournament, Golf
- Source: Golf — https://golf.com/news/2026-world-wide-technology-championship-purse
- Published: 2026-11-08T11:10:08+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: 2026 world wide technology championship, ben james, pga tour, winner's share, golf tournament, sports
## Ben James leads 2026 World Wide Tech Championship
Ben James enters Sunday with a four-shot lead over Ryan Gerard and a five-shot edge over Chris Kirk and Denny McCarthy.
## James targets 2027 Signature Events
A win would secure James a spot in the 2028 Championship Series and a two-year exemption for next season.
## 2026 World Wide Tech Championship purse
The winner takes $1.08 million, with payouts decreasing by $1,000 to $15,060 for the 51st place.
## James' PGA Tour card secured
James earned his PGA Tour card by finishing first in the PGA Tour University standings.
## Key takeaway

Ben James could win $1.08 million and secure a two-year exemption at the 2026 World Wide Technology Championship.