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PGA Tour Tee Times: US-Youngsters in Punta Cana

A lot of young US-Players are set to compete for the title on the PGA Tour in Punta Cana. (Source: Getty)
A lot of young US-Players are set to compete for the title on the PGA Tour in Punta Cana. (Source: Getty)

The eagerly awaited PGA Tour event, Corales Puntacana Championship is set to te off in the breathtaking Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course), located in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The tournament prize purse stands at an impressive $4,000,000 and players will be vying to snatch the title from the current defender, Matt Wallace. The Par 72 course is prepared to challenge and reward players over the course of the championship which is set to unfold over two rounds on Thursday and Friday.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: American Players’ Showcase

Adam Long, Troy Merritt, Jeff Overton, Sean O’Hair, and Richy Werenski will be joined by England’s Callum Tarren to kick-off the PGA Tour Tee Times at 6:45 am in round 1. Ricky Barnes, Jim Herman, Kyle Stanley, Austin Cook, and Lanto Griffin will start their game at 6:57 am along with South Korea’s Seonghyeon Kim.

Jimmy Walker, Harry Higgs, Tyson Alexander, and Samuel Stevens will tee off at 7:09 am, together with Scotland’s Russel Knox and Sweden’s Alexander Noren. The 7:21 am session comprises Billy Horschel, Chez Reavie, Sam Ryder, and Nick Hardy from the USA, Italy’s Francesco Molinari and Nicolai Højgaard from Denmark.

Joseph Bramlett and Cody Gribble will start round 2 of the PGA Tour tee times at 07:57 am with Roger Sloan from Canada. Similarly, Jonathan Byrd and Brian Stuart tee off at 08:09 am. They will be joined by MJ Daffue from South Africa, France’s Victor Perez, and South African players Garrick Higgo and Thriston Lawrence.

Finally, Erik Compton, Hayden Springer, Ryan McCormick, and Kevin Dougherty will start their rounds at 08:21 am along with Mexico’s Raul Pereda and England’s Alex Fitzpatrick.

Bill Haas, D.A. Point, Sung Kang, Andrew Landry, and Doug Ghim have their tee times scheduled for 11:45 am in round 1. Additionally, Scot Piercy, Mark Hubbard, Kevin Tway, Matthew NeSmith, and Wesley Bryan will start at 11:57 am alongside Ryan Armour.

Americans Daniel Berger, Ryan Brehm, Chad Ramey, and Ben Griffin will tee off alongside Nicolas Echavarria from Colombia and Kyoung-Hoon Lee from South Korea at the PGA Tour tee times of 12:21 pm.

Wrapping up the tee times for the first round, Jason Dufner, Ben Kohles, and Tyler Duncan will tee off at 12:57 pm. Joseph Deraney, Ryan Celano, Jacob Bridgeman, and Trace Crowe will conclude round 2 starting at 08:33 am.

Stay tuned for more updates on PGA Tour Tee Times for Corales Puntacana Championship!

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PGA Tour Tee Times: First appearance of Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler

Newly crowned Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler is making his first appearance since the win on the PGA Tour on Hilton Head Island. (Source: Getty)
Newly crowned Masters Champion Scottie Scheffler is making his first appearance since the win on the PGA Tour on Hilton Head Island. (Source: Getty)

The PGA Tour’s next stop is the RBC Heritage tournament, set to take place at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. With a total prize fund of $20,000,000, the tournament presents a great opportunity for players to ascend the leader board. The tournament, with a par rating of 71, will see golfers compete over two rounds starting on Thursday and continuing on Friday. Defending champion Matt Fitzpatrick is ready to defend his title against a strong field of competitors.

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PGA Tour Tee Times for American Players at RBC Heritage

Erik Barnes, paired with international players, is set to tee off at 08:25. Following closely is Austin Eckroat, who shares the 08:25 PGA Tour Tee Time.

Round one continues with Lee Hodges at the 08:45 PGA Tour Tee Time. Cameron Young, Tony Finau, and Adam Schenk will then step onto the course, with their first round starting at 08:55 and 09:05 respectively.

Chris Kirk emulates his American peers, starting his first round at 09:15. His second round Tee Time is awaiting confirmation. Sam Burns and Kurt Kitayama follow suit at the 09:25 PGA Tour Tee Time .

PGA Tour Tee Times for more American players, including Lucas Glover, Jordan Spieth, Scottie Scheffler and others, follow throughout round one.

PlayerRound 1 Tee Time
Erik Barnes08:25
Austin Eckroat08:25
Lucas Glover10:10
Keegan Bradley10:20
Scottie Scheffler10:30

Stay tuned for updates on the PGA Tour Tee Times of the second round PGA Tour RBC Heritage tournament.

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PGA Tour Tee Times: Rory McIlroy plays with The Masters Tournament 2024 runner-up

Rory McIlroy to play the first rounds of the RBC Heritage on the PGA Tour with Ludvig Aberg. (Source: Getty)
Rory McIlroy to play the first rounds of the RBC Heritage on the PGA Tour with Ludvig Aberg. (Source: Getty)

The upcoming PGA Tour event, the RBC Heritage, will be held at Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. This significant golfing spot in the USA hosts the likes of top golfers around the world, competing for the whopping $20,000,000 prize money. The tournament, commencing with Round 1 on Thursday and followed by Round 2 on Friday, has 71 par and will see the return of last year’s champion, Matt Fitzpatrick.

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All eyes on British, Scottish, and Welsh players’ PGA Tour Tee Times

Starting with the British player, Tommy Fleetwood will begin his quest at the RBC Heritage alongside Max Homa from the USA. Their PGA Tour Tee Times are set for 10:50 in Round 1. The highlight of the first rounds is the pairing of multiple major champion Rory McIlroy and the rising star Ludvig Aberg, who finished second at the recent Masters Tournament which was his first ever Major.

NameTee Time Round 1Mitspieler
Tommy Fleetwood10:50Max Homa, USA
Justin Rose13:10Taylor Moore, USA
Matthew Fitzpatrick13:30Nick Taylor, CAN
Rory McIlroy13:40Ludvig Aberg, SWE

The competition provides a thrilling showcase of talent, and the PGA Tour Tee Times are instrumental in establishing the flow of the tournament. Stay tuned for updates on subsequent rounds for these players and more.

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FedExCup Leaders: Scheffler Expands Lead – Aberg Enters Top-5

Scottie Scheffler at the Masters Tournament 2024, leads the FedEcCup following his success. (Image: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler at the Masters Tournament 2024, leads the FedEcCup following his success. (Image: Getty)

As the PGA Tour season progresses,  a few big tournaments have already concluded, leading up to the most recent spectacle, the Masters Tournament. On the hallowed grounds of Augusta National, it was Scottie Schefler who captured the victory, adding another chapter to his illustrious career and demonstrating a remarkable consistency with leading the ranking with 3,943 points accrued over 9 events, which includes 3 victories and an impressive 8 top-ten finishes. Notably, 57 American players have etched their names among the top 100 of the FedExCup rankings.

FedExCup Spotlight: Scheffler remains unbeatable

The two leading USA players in the FedExCup rankings are Scottie Scheffler at the top with 3,943 points and Wyndham Clark holding the second spot among Americans with 1,854 points, garnered from 9 events, including 1 victory and 3 top-ten finishes. Their performances have established them as formidable forces on the PGA Tour this season, with Scheffler particularly standing out as the frontrunner in the race for the FedExCup.

FedExCup’s Finest: Top-5 Players Commanding the Rankings

The FedExCup rankings are not just about Scheffler’s dominance. Xander Schauffele (USA), holding the 3rd spot, has demonstrated his prowess with consistent play leading to 7 top-ten finishes across 9 events. Trailing just behind are Ludvig Åberg from Sweden and Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama, holding the 4th and 5th positions respectively. While Åberg has participated in 9 events with 4 top-ten placements, Matsuyama has already claimed victory once in his 10 starts this season, solidifying their standings among the elite in the FedExCup rankings.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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FedExCup Update: Scheffler Tops, Fleetwood Almost Top 30

Scottie Scheffler and Tommy Fleetwood at the Masters Tournament 2024. (Image: Getty)
Scottie Scheffler and Tommy Fleetwood at the Masters Tournament 2024. (Image: Getty)

As the PGA Tour’s season progresses, a notable total of tournaments have already been played thus far. The Masters Tournament, the most recent event, concluded with Scottie Scheffler emerging as the victor. With his second green jackett Scottie Scheffler secures his leads of FedExCup rankings, showcasing exceptional form throughout the season and at last weeks major. With six English players ranking among the top 100, the competition is as fierce as ever.

Key Movers in the FedExCup Rankings

Among the English contingent, Matt Fitzpatrick and Tommy Fleetwood are the top performers in the FedExCup standings. Fitzpatrick, with a current rank of 29, has a tally of 652 points and has participated in 10 events without registering a victory this season. However, his consistent play has resulted in two top-10 finishes. Fleetwood, on the other hand, stands at rank 31 with 627 points. His season so far includes seven events and mirrors Fitzpatrick’s performance with three top-10 finishes but no victories, the lates a T3 finish at the Masters.

Top 5 FedExCup Leaders’ Spotlight

Scottie Scheffler remains the man to beat at the peak of the FedExCup rankings, with an impressive portfolio that includes three victories and eight top-10 finishes across nine events and the Masters 2024, amounting to 3,942 points. Close on his heels is Wyndham Clark at second place, followed by Xander Schauffele, Ludvig Åberg, and Hideki Matsuyama rounding out the top five. These golfers have proven their mettle within a highly competitive field, each participating in at least nine events, with Matsuyama also claiming a tour victory.

How the PGA Tours FedEx Cup works

The FedExCup is the season ranking of the PGA Tour. The top 30 players in the FedExCup ranking are allowed to take part in the PGA Tour’s final play-off tournament at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the PGA Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points earned at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. The winner receives 500 points for winning a normal PGA Tour tournament.

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Race to Dubai Rankings: Fleetwood Makes Up Places After Masters Performance

Tommy Fleetwood at the Masters Tournament 2024. (Image: Getty)
Tommy Fleetwood at the Masters Tournament 2024. (Image: Getty)

In the dynamic world of professional golf, the DP World Tour continues to showcase some of the most enthralling competitions and talent across the globe. The tour has already witnessed a range of tournaments in the current season, with the latest being won by Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy who, with masterful play, clinched victory and secured the top spot in the prestigious Race to Dubai rankings. With the Masters Tournament 2024 being co-sanctioned by the DP World and PGA Tour, players earn points for both rankings. Amidst the international roster, England has made a strong impression with a notable presence of 21 players within the Top 120 of the Race to Dubai rankings, indicative of the country’s deep talent pool.

Tracking the Prime Contenders in the Race to Dubai

Tommy Fleetwood, currently holding the 4th place, leads the charge for England in the Race to Dubai with 1142.6 points from 3 events and T3 at the Masters Tournament last weekend, including a significant win. Followed closely behind him are Jordan Smith and Andy Sullivan, both of whom have shown impressive consistency on the tour. These top English golfers continue to push the boundaries, aiming for the summit of the leaderboard.

Top-5 Spotlight: Race to Dubai Showdown

McIlroy, at the top with 1699.5 points from just 3 events and a victory, solidifies his reputation as a global golf icon. Japan’s Rikuya Hoshino sits second with 1258.1 points, edging closer with each tournament. In third place, Sweden’s Jesper Svensson has put forth an impressive 1160.34 points. The leaderboard is a testimony to the diverse talent that the DP World Tour attracts, with these athletes exemplifying the competitive spirit that lies at the heart of the Race to Dubai.

How the DP World Tour Race to Dubai works

The Race to Dubai is the season ranking of the DP World Tour (former European Tour). The top 60 players in the Race to Dubai ranking are allowed to take part in the final play-off tournament of the former European Tour at the end of the season. The season ranking also determines who is allowed to play on the DP World Tour the following year. At each tournament, the players who make the cut collect points. The total number of points awarded at a tournament depends on the value of the event. Major tournaments earn the most points. For winning a DP World Tour tournament, the winner receives at least 460 points and a good 300,000 euros.

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World Golf Ranking: Scottie Scheffler Cements His Spot At The Top

The US-player Scottie Scheffler cements his spot at the pinnacle of the World Golf Ranking after the Masters Tournament 2024. (Photos: Getty)

In the latest World Golf Ranking update, Scottie Scheffler of the USA continues to lead as the world’s top golfer after his second win of the Masters Tournament 2024. Close behind, Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland maintains his second-place ranking after placing T22 in the tournament. McIlroy’s position remains unchanged from the previous week.

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Further down the rankings, other UK golfers are experiencing varying degrees of movement. Tommy Fleetwood from England has made a jump to the 11th position, climbing from 13th, showcasing an upward trajectory. However, Matt Fitzpatrick has experienced a slight decline, dropping from 10th to 12th rank. Meanwhile, Tyrrell Hatton has improved his standing by climbing from the 19th to the 16th position.

Outside of the UK contingent, the rankings show notable changes among the elite top-10 golfers globally. Xander Schauffele of the USA has climbed to the third position, up from fifth, while Jon Rahm from Spain has slightly slipped to fourth from third. That marks the first time since July 2023, that a different player is number three. Additionally, Ludvig Aberg from Sweden and Max Homa from the USA have risen to the seventh and ninth positions respectively.

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World Golf Ranking: Scheffler firmly at the top, Schauffele now in top 3

The US-players that make up two thirds of the Top 3 of the World Golf Ranking after the Masters Tournament 2024. (Photos: Getty)

Scottie Scheffler continues to hold the top spot in the World Golf Rankings this week, following his commanding win at the Masters Tournament 2024. Xander Schauffele, also from the United States, has moved up two places to third in the rankings after finishing 8th place at this weekends Masters Tournament.

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The World Golf-Ranking: Top 10 sees shifts

The dynamics within the top ten rankings see some shifts; Wyndham Clark has dropped from fourth to fifth, indicating a slight dip in his recent performance. Conversely, Max Homa has advanced from eleventh to ninth, demonstrating positive momentum in his game.

Further down the list, Brian Harman experienced a minor setback, moving from eighth to tenth, as well as Patrick Cantlay, who moved on down to the vacated eight spot.

Movements from non-US players

Amid these shifts, Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy steadfastly holds the second spot. Spain’s Jon Rahm, last year’s Masters tournament champion, has faced a slight decline, moving from third to fourth, which also marks the first shift in the Top 3 since the end of July in 2023.

Notable mentions include Viktor Hovland, who remains solid at sixth, and Ludvig Aberg, whose commendable performance at Augusta has boosted him from ninth to seventh.

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The Masters Tournament 20024: The Highlights of the fourth round

Scottie Scheffler on this way to receive the second green jacket in his career. (Photo: Getty)

The final round of The Masters Tournament 2024, part of the prestigious PGA Tour, has concluded at the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, USA. This exclusive golf club, synonymous with the Masters Tournament, unfurled its flawless greens and challenging pin positions for the world’s top golfers during the four rounds of the tournament. Among the players, five stood out on the leaderboard with their remarkable total scores.

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In a culmination of the day Scottie Scheffler claimed his second Masters title at Augusta National, finishing with a four-shot lead. At the eight hole, he managed to score three consecutive birdies with which he first expanded his lead from the previous round. Despite challenges at Amen Corner, Scheffler managed to keep his lead with fewer mistakes than his competitors and concluded his victory with with a total score of -11. Close behind, Ludvig Åberg from Sweden secured second place with a score of -7. Englishman Tommy Fleetwood, alongside Americans Max Homa.

Relive Scottie Schefflers road to victory, capturing every key moment of Scheffler’s remarkable journey to his second Green Jacket.

The Masters Tournament 2024: Scottie Schefflers highlights in round 4

About the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour is the largest American professional golf tour. There are 36 tournaments on the tour’s schedule this season. The tournaments mainly take place in the USA, but there are also some international venues over the course of the season. The signature events introduced in 2023 offer higher prize money and a smaller field of participants. There will be a total of eight of these events in the 2024 season. The four Majors and the Players Championship are also part of the PGA Tour. At the end of the tours season, the 70 best players in the FedEx Cup season rankings will play in a three-tournament play-off for overall tour victory and an extra 18 million dollars in prize money.

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Watch: Highlights From Round 2 of the Masters Tournament 2024

Tiger Woods in round 2 in Augusta. (Photo: Getty)
Tiger Woods in round 2 in Augusta. (Photo: Getty)

The second round of the Masters Tournament has unfolded at the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, USA, and sports fans are already seeking PGA Tour Highlights and Masters Tournament Highlights. The leaderboard shows a thrilling tie at the top as Max Homa, Bryson DeChambeau, and Scottie Scheffler, all from the USA, hold position one with a total score of -6. Danish Nicolai Højgaard, with -4, secures the solo fourth place. Tied for the fifth position are Cameron Davis of Australia and Collin Morikawa of the USA, each with a total score of -3.

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While absolute passion and the love for golf drive the players, an incentive remains the substantial prize money the Masters Tournament offers. However, the details concerning the exact total will not be disclosed here.

A video compilation is readily available for enthusiasts seeking a visual grasp of the events, focusing on the Masters Tournament Highlights.

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Bear in mind that the golf tournament concludes following round four. As the players continue their journey on the green, everyone awaits the crowning of the Masters Tournament champion.

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The Masters Tournament 2024: The PGA Tour round 2 highlights

The Masters Tournament – a long tradition

The US Masters Tournament 2024 from April 11 to 15 will make the hearts of many golf fans beat faster. In 2023, Jon Rahm triumphed at Augusta National Golf Club and secured his second Major title.

The US Masters Tournament in Augusta is the first of the four annual major tournaments in professional golf. It always takes place in April and always on the same golf course – Augusta National in Georgia, USA. The tournament was founded by Bobby Jones in 1934 and has been held every year since then, except for 1943-1945 when it was canceled due to the Second World War. In 2020, it was postponed to November due to the coronavirus pandemic, making it the last major of the year. Since 2021, the Masters has been held again – as usual – in April.