Rory McIlroy won the rain-lagged players championship on Monday after beating JJ Spaun in a three-hole overall playoff. The St. Patrick’s Day victory marked Northern Ireland’s second victory in the signature event this season. One is Pebble Beach and the other is TPC Sawgrass.
The PGA Tour continues to run through Florida this week with the Valsper Championship at the Copper Head Course at Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor. The first day of spring coincides with Thursday’s opening round as 156 golfers look to get a share of the $8.7 million wallet.
Copperhead features the “Snake Pit” three-hole stretches of the Par-4 16th, the Par-3 17th and the Par-4 18th, allowing it to bring brutal ends to any round. Defending event winner Peter Marnaty posted a bogeyless 3-under with three birdies a year ago to get a two-shot victory over Cameron Young.
Here are some important facts about the 2025 event:
When is the Valspar Championship?
It’s from Thursday to Sunday.
How can fans see it?
Fans can tune to Disney+ and ESPN+ via the ESPN streaming hub.
What is the schedule?
*Always East
Thursday: First round coverage begins at 7:30am
Friday: Second round coverage begins at 7:30am
Saturday: Third round coverage begins at 7:45am
Sunday: 4th round coverage begins at 7:45am
Coverage includes main feeds, marquee groups, featured groups, featured holes.
Which top players will play in the event?
▪Xander Schauffele
▪Tommy Fleetwood
▪Justin Thomas
▪SSeppStroka
▪S Shane Laurie
How can fans access other golf content from ESPN?
For the latest news, scores, schedules, rankings, and more, please visit the ESPN Golf Hub page.