PGA Tour Season Kicks Off in Kapalua
The Sentry tournament in Kapalua, Hawaii, marks the beginning of a new year in the PGA Tour. However, the event has been marred by the withdrawal of two prominent players, Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland, due to unfortunate accidents. Scheffler suffered glass cuts on his hand, while Hovland broke his little finger after a long trip from Norway to Maui.
A Unique Tournament Format
The Sentry features a unique format with only 60 players and no cut. The field comprises winners from the previous year and the top 30 players from the 2024 FedEx Cup final. Chris Kirk will defend his title this week, and the tournament provides an opportunity to track the progress of emerging players like Nick Dunlap, Ludvig Aberg, and Harry Hall.
Notable Players to Watch
Although Scheffler is not participating in the tournament, he is expected to be a strong contender this season. Other notable players to watch include Schauffele, Morikawa, Cantlay, Homa, Clark, Thomas, and Matsuyama. The tournament also marks the introduction of a new exemption category, allowing Tiger Woods to participate in high-profile events without affecting the field.
Upcoming Events on the 2025 PGA Tour Calendar
The PGA Tour calendar features several exciting events, including:
* January 2-5: The Sentry (Elevated Tournament)
* January 30 – February 2: AT&T Pebble Beach (Elevated Tournament)
* February 13-16: The Genesis Invitational (Elevated Tournament)
* March 6-9: Arnold Palmer Invitational (Elevated Tournament)
* March 13-16: THE PLAYERS Championship
* April 10-13: Augusta Masters (Major)
* April 17-20: RBC Heritage (Elevated Tournament)
* May 8-11: Truist Championship (Elevated Tournament)
* May 15-18: PGA Championship (Major)
* May 29 – June 1: The Memorial (Elevated Tournament)
* June 12-15: US Open (Major)
* June 19-22: Travelers Championship (Elevated Tournament)
* July 17-20: British Open (Major)
* August 7-10: Fedex St.Jude (playoffs)
* August 14-17: BMW Championship (playoffs)
* August 21-24: Tour Championship (final)