The 2024 Grant Thornton Invitational is set to take place next month at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Florida, where 16 players from both the PGA Tour and LPGA will come together to compete. The tournament will span over three days with each round featuring a different format – a scramble on Friday, foursomes (alternate shot) on Saturday, and a modified four-ball on Sunday. Sunday’s unique format will see players teeing off and then switching balls for their second shots to determine the lowest scoring team.
Some of the biggest names in golf will be participating in the tournament, including Nelly Korda, Lydia Ko, Rose Zhang, and Rickie Fowler. Defending champions Lydia Ko and Jason Day will be looking to go back-to-back and secure another victory. The event is scheduled for December 13-15 and promises to be an exciting and competitive showdown between the top players in the sport.
The 16 teams for the Grant Thornton Invitational have been announced, featuring a mix of LPGA and PGA Tour players. Each team consists of a top-ranked player from each tour, creating a dynamic and competitive field. Notable pairings include Nelly Korda and Tony Finau, Lydia Ko and Jason Day, and Lexi Thompson and Rickie Fowler. With such a strong lineup, fans can expect to see some high-quality golf throughout the tournament.
The teams participating in the event are as follows:
1. Lydia Ko (world No. 3) and Jason Day (world No. 33)
2. Nelly Korda (world No. 1) and Tony Finau (world No. 26)
3. Lexi Thompson (world No. 45) and Rickie Fowler (world No. 66)
4. Brooke Henderson (world No. 23) and Corey Conner (world No. 37)
5. Lilia Vu (world No. 2) and Luke List (world No. 101)
6. Rose Zhang (world No. 12) and Sahith Theegala (world No. 13)
7. Jeeno Thitikul (world No. 11) and Tom Kim (world No. 25)
8. Patty Tavatanakit (world No. 22) and Jake Knapp (world No. 81)
9. Megan Khang (world No. 21) and Matt Kuchar (world No. 103)
10. Celine Boutier (world No. 7) and Matthieu Pavon (world No. 29)
11. Andrea Lee (world No. 48) and Billy Horschel (world No. 17)
12. Jennifer Kupcho (world No. 50) and Akshay Bhatia (world No. 31)
13. Gabriela Ruffels (world No. 46) and Nick Dunlap (world No. 34)
14. Lauren Coughlin (world No. 14) and Cameron Young (world No. 32)
15. Mel Reid (world No. 365) and Cameron Champ (world No. 373)
16. Maja Stark (world No. 26) and J.T. Poston (world No. 40)
The Grant Thornton Invitational promises to be an exciting and competitive event with some of the top players from both the PGA Tour and LPGA competing against each other. Fans can expect to see some thrilling golf action throughout the three-day tournament as players battle it out for the title. With a unique format and strong lineup of teams, the event is sure to be a must-watch for golf enthusiasts.
The defending champions Lydia Ko and Jason Day will be looking to defend their title and secure another victory at the Grant Thornton Invitational. However, they will face stiff competition from the other teams, including top-ranked players like Nelly Korda, Lilia Vu, and Rose Zhang. The tournament format, featuring different formats each day, will test the skills and strategy of the players, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event.
The Grant Thornton Invitational is scheduled to take place from December 13-15 at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Florida. The event will feature 16 two-person teams made up of top players from both the PGA Tour and LPGA, competing in a variety of formats over three days. With a strong lineup of teams and players, the tournament promises to be a thrilling and competitive showcase of golf talent. Fans can look forward to witnessing some exciting golf action and seeing their favorite players battle it out for the title at this prestigious event.
