1997 World Championship Prize Money
| Round | Prize |
| Winner | £45,000 |
| Final | £10,000 |
| 3rd Place Match | £1,000 |
| Semi Final | £4,000 |
| Quarter Final | £3,000 |
| Last 24 Group 3rd | £1,250 |
| Last 24 Group RU | £1,500 |
| Round | Prize |
| Winner | £45,000 |
| Final | £10,000 |
| 3rd Place Match | £1,000 |
| Semi Final | £4,000 |
| Quarter Final | £3,000 |
| Last 24 Group 3rd | £1,250 |
| Last 24 Group RU | £1,500 |