The PGA Tour season continues… The last three weeks have been highly thrilling, with Rory McIlroy winning the Masters, followed by Justin Thomas regaining his power at the RBC Heritage, and now, three days ago, Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin have marked their names at the Zurich Classic, claiming their maiden wins. Now it’s time for the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, and fans will get another wholesome week to celebrate.
The CJ Cup Byron Nelson starts on Thursday, May 1, and ends on Sunday, May 4, at TPC Craig Ranch near Dallas, Texas. Spectators will witness many big names at McKinney, including this year’s favorite, Scottie Scheffler, and Jordan Spieth. Defending champion Taylor Pendrith will also be there, but Rory McIlroy will not be seen at TPC Craig Ranch, as the PGA Championship is just two weeks away, and he would want to continue his major momentum.. Nevertheless, the CJ Cup Byron Nelson is all set to give some action and drama to the fans. Speaking of action, you need to understand how the format of the 2025 CJ Cup Byron Nelson works.
There will be 156 players facing off against each other at TPC Craig Ranch on Thursday and Friday. But as the moving day approaches, the field will be reduced. Since the CJ Cup Byrson Nelson has the regular PGA Tour event format, there is a cut. The top 65 and ties will advance to the final two rounds. The golfers will go head to head for the hefty purse of $9.9 million this year, surpassing last year’s purse. The winner alone will receive $1.710 million, with 500 FedEx points. The runner-up will get $1,035,500, and the lowest payout will be for 65th place, $20,425. Who is the favorite to win 18% of the purse?
Scheffler, who had an amazing run last year, is still searching for a win this season. After failing to defend his titles so far, he must be geared up and looking to get a win in his bag before the second major of the season starts. Even after being winless for quite some time, whenever Spieth is in the field, he’s a favorite. Trying to redeem himself from his wrist surgery, he is also looking for a win, and this weekend might just be it, as his hometown energy might just work.
CHARLOTTE, NC – SEPTEMBER 21: International Team Member Taylor Pendrith speaks to the media during a press conference, PK, Pressekonferenz during the Presidents Cup on Sep 21, 2022, at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, NC. Photo by David Jensen/Icon Sportswire GOLF: SEP 21 Presidents Cup Icon220921025
The format of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson will ensure that only the top players will be fighting for the trophy at McKinney, Texas. But where can you catch it, if you are not going tot he course to enjoy a good golf weekend.
How to watch the show at TPC Craig Ranch?
Fans in the United States can catch the full TV coverage of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson this week on both Golf Channel and CBS, from Thursday through Sunday.
The first round will kick off on Thursday and Friday, with Golf Channel covering the live action from 4:00 to 7:00 pm EST. On Saturday and Sunday, Golf Channel will begin airing from 1:00-3:00 pm EST; later, CBS will take over from 3:00-6:00 pm EST. From the opening tee shots to the final putts, fans should not miss any moment.
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