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The stage is set for the opening round of The Players Championship as the PGA Tour’s flagship event returns to TPC Sawgrass. Often referred to as golf’s “fifth major, ” the tournament features one of the strongest fields of the season and begins Thursday with a full slate of tee times from both the first and 10th tees.
As always, the opening round at Sawgrass will follow the traditional two-tee start format, allowing the large field to move efficiently through the Stadium Course. Groups will begin teeing off at 7:40 a.m. ET, with waves running throughout the morning before the afternoon groups take the course beginning at 12:30 p.m. ET.
With a mix of former champions, major winners, and rising stars in the field, several groupings stand out immediately as must-watch pairings. From established veterans to some of the Tour’s most exciting young talents, the first round promises plenty of intrigue as players navigate one of golf’s most challenging venues