The 2005 HSBC World Match Play Championship was the 42nd HSBC World Match Play Championship played and the 2nd time played as an official European Tour event. It was played from 15–18 September at the Wentworth Club. The champion received €1,443,830 (£1,000,000 or $2,042,513.20) making it the biggest first prize in golf at the time. Each match was played over 36 holes. Michael Campbell defeated Paul McGinley 2 and 1 in the final to win the tournament for the first time. Course Bracket Prize money breakdown Actual prize fund Breakdown for European Tour Order of Merit Source for $US Dollar conversions References External links Coverage on the European Tour's official site Wentworth Club official site Volvo World Match Play Championship Golf tournaments in England HSBC World Match Play Championship HSBC World Match Play Championship HSBC World Match Play Championship