Getty The WM Phoenix Open Purse hit $9.6 million, which is $400,000 more than the previous edition. The WM Phoenix Open tees off this Thursday with numerous storylines generating fan interest. Highlights include Scottie Scheffler looking to extend his overwhelming dominance and Brooks Koepka returning to one of the venues where he has been most successful. A total of 123 players will be competing for the title of the so-called “People’s Open,” as well as the winner’s share of the $9.6 million