Players Championship 2024: Will Scottie Scheffler Make History with Third Straight Win?
Scottie Scheffler enters The Players Championship as the two-time defending champion, with mixed expectations for a potential three-peat. While his game hasn't been at peak form in 2025, recent improvements at Bay Hill suggest he's finding his rhythm after recovering from his Christmas injury.
Key storylines for The Players include:
- Laurie Canter's historic return as the first LIV golfer to compete in a PGA Tour event
- Jay Monahan's anticipated state of the union address regarding pro golf's merger status
- Xander Schauffele's performance as he returns from injury while maintaining the Tour's longest active cuts-made streak
Russell Henley claimed victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational with a dramatic eagle chip-in on 16, edging out Collin Morikawa by one stroke. Henley's back-nine performance of three-under, including clutch pars on 17 and 18, proved decisive against Morikawa's one-over back nine.
Keegan Bradley, currently serving as Ryder Cup captain, ties for fifth at Bay Hill, raising questions about his potential qualification for the team. If he qualifies, Jim Furyk emerges as the likely replacement captain, given his experience and current vice-captain role.
Phil Mickelson's third-place finish at LIV Hong Kong, his best in the series, comes with a strategic shift. At 54, he's adopted a more conservative approach, focusing on course management rather than power. This adjustment could make him a dark horse at Augusta National, where he tied for second just two years ago.
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A notable St. Andrews property overlooking the Old Course has listed for $9 million, highlighting the allure of golf course-adjacent real estate. Premier locations like Royal Melbourne's West Course and Oregon's Bandon Dunes continue to attract interest from golf enthusiasts seeking luxury properties with iconic views.