Naples Gears Up for the Spectacular Grant Thornton Invitational!
As the sun begins to rise over Naples, Florida, excitement fills the air as the 2024 Grant Thornton Invitational is set to ignite our screens this Friday! This thrilling event marks the second year of what has become a must-watch tournament, pairing up the best players from the PGA and LPGA Tours for a lively showdown at the stunning Tiburon Golf Club.
A Unique Competition Format
This year, the tournament has drawn a stellar lineup of sixteen dynamic teams, with each team consisting of one pro from the PGA Tour and one from the LPGA Tour. The unique format of this competition is that they will play a traditional scramble format, which adds an exciting twist to the game. Knowing the fierce talent both tours offer, viewers can expect some edge-of-your-seat moments!
When to Watch
If you’re eager to catch all the action, tune into the Golf Channel at 1 p.m. ET this Friday. The channel will air live coverage of the first round until 4 p.m. ET, so grab your popcorn and settle in for an afternoon of top-notch golf!
But that’s not all! For those with a cable subscription, you can also catch a live simulcast on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports App, making it even easier to stay connected to the tournament action wherever you are.
Round 1 Tee Times
Wondering when your favorite players will tee off? Here’s the full schedule for round one:
- 9:00 a.m. – Mel Reid/Cameron Champ; Maja Stark/J.T. Poston
- 9:15 a.m. – Jennifer Kupcho/Akshay Bhatia; Celine Boutier/Matthieu Pavon
- 9:30 a.m. – Lauren Coughlin/Cameron Young; Megan Khang/Matt Kuchar
- 9:45 a.m. – Andrea Lee/Max Greyserman; Gabi Ruffels/Nick Dunlap
- 10:00 a.m. – Patty Tavatanakit/Jake Knapp; Lilia Vu/Luke List
- 10:15 a.m. – Jeeno Thitikul/Tom Kim; Brooke Henderson/Corey Conners
- 10:30 a.m. – Allisen Corpuz/Sahith Theegala; Lexi Thompson/Rickie Fowler
- 10:45 a.m. – Nelly Korda/Daniel Berger; Lydia Ko/Jason Day
What’s at Stake?
While the competition is sure to be fierce, it’s all about the excitement and camaraderie that comes with such a unique tournament setup. These pros are not just competing for glory on the course; they also embody the spirit of sportsmanship that golf is known for. Fans can expect some banter and friendly competition as each team collaborates and strategizes to gain an edge over their rivals.
Counting Down to a New Season
This tournament is particularly exciting as it happens just weeks before both the PGA Tour and LPGA Tour seasons kick off in 2025. Playing alongside each other is a fantastic way to get audiences hyped and help showcase just how talented these golfers are—no matter which tour they represent!
So get ready, golf fans! The Grant Thornton Invitational is just around the corner, and it promises to be a thrilling ride packed with spectacular shots and nail-biting moments that you won’t want to miss!
