The picturesque Bay Hill Club prepares for the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational.
The 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational is set to take place from March 6-9, 2025, at the Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando, Florida. Featuring a challenging par-72 course and top competitors, including defending champion Scottie Scheffler, this event promises thrilling golf action. With a prize purse of $20 million, the API continues to be one of golf’s most prestigious tournaments. Fans can catch all the excitement live on Golf Channel and NBC.
Orlando, Florida, is gearing up for the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational (API), one of the most prestigious tournaments on the PGA Tour. Scheduled from March 6-9, 2025, at the picturesque Bay Hill Club & Lodge, this tournament has been a staple in the golf calendar since it first kicked off back in 1979.
The Arnold Palmer Invitational is not just any golf tournament; it’s known as one of the tougher non-major tournaments on the PGA Tour. Why? The par-72 course spans a challenging 7,466 yards and features thick rough and quick greens, along with a staggering 84 sand bunkers and water hazard threats on nine holes. It’s safe to say players will need to bring their A-game!
In terms of competition, the API will showcase the best of the best. The field includes 72 players, with a whopping 38 of the top 40 players from the Official World Golf Ranking. The defending champion, Scottie Scheffler, who is currently the World No. 1, is back to defend his crown. Scheffler has won the API twice in the past three years, having claimed victory in both 2022 and 2024. He is favored to win again this year with betting odds of +350.
Among those challenging Scheffler for the title will be big names like Rory McIlroy, a past champion, and fan-favorite Xander Schauffele, who is making his return from injury. Also making headlines is Ludvig Aberg, who recently took home the trophy at the Genesis Invitational.
Other notable competitors include Collin Morikawa, Justin Thomas, Hideki Matsuyama, Wyndham Clark, Patrick Cantlay, and Viktor Hovland. Clearly, this is a packed field full of incredible talent!
The API is classified as the fourth ‘Signature Event’ on the 2025 PGA Tour schedule. Interestingly, it is one of only three Signature Events this season that will feature a 36-hole cut, applying to the top 50 players and ties to qualify for the weekend rounds. This adds an extra layer of competition and intensity, ensuring that only the most skilled golfers will survive the cut and keep vying for the $20 million purse.
Speaking of prizes, the winner will take home a remarkable $4 million and a hefty 700 FedEx Cup points. Little wonder that players consider this tournament a significant opportunity not just for prize money but also for prepping for the upcoming PLAYERS Championship.
As for the weather, players might face some challenging conditions with winds reaching up to 20 miles per hour during the opening round. Plus, thunderstorms are expected on Sunday, so delays could be in the cards. Golfers will need to excel in Greens In Regulation and Scrambling to enhance their chances of snagging the trophy, as demonstrated by past champions.
For fans longing to catch every moment of this thrilling tournament, fear not! The Arnold Palmer Invitational will be broadcast live on Golf Channel and NBC, with additional streaming options via ESPN+ and the NBC sports app. Tee times for the first round will be announced soon, so folks should be on the lookout!
The API has a rich history, previously known as the Florida Citrus Open, and first held in 1966. Some legendary names like Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus are linked to this esteemed event, adding to its storied legacy.
With hype building and the best of the best ready to compete, the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational promises to be a thrilling and unforgettable experience for golf fans all around the globe!
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