The last time we saw Tiger Woods tee it up was July 15th of this year when he missed the cut at The Open, but he will be back Saturday for The Match alongside Rory McIlroy as the superstar pair goes up against the formable duo of Jordan Spieth & Justin Thomas.
Here's everything that you need to know up Saturday's matchup.
The Place
Pelican Golf Club, Belleair, Florida
Originally designed by Donald Ross, Pelican Golf Club went through a re-design by Beau Wellington in 2017 to restore the course to "Golden Age" properties and re-create Ross's vision. The course has been home an LPGA event since 2020.
Augusta National Golf Club's Chairman, Fred Ridley is a member at Pelican, and was involved in many aspects of the club's restoration.
The Fomat
Two, two-man teams face off in a better ball competition over 12 holes.
The Teams
Tiger Woods & Rory McIlroy vs. Jordan Spieth & Justin Thomas.
How to Watch
Live coverage will be on TNT at 6 p.m. ET Saturday, December 10th. Coverage will begin with a roundtable discussion with the four competitors hosted by Brian Anderson, and at 6:30 p.m. ET The Match will officially begin.
On The Call
Brian Anderson, Charles Barkley, Trevor Immelman, and Kathryn Tappen will be on the call for The Match.
Challenges
The Match will feature individual challenges designed to raise money for the players' charities.
3rd Hole - Closest to the Pin sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook
Up to $1.1 Million Prize
4th Hole - One-Club Challenge sponsored by Capital One
For $75,000 Prize
5th Hole - Hole-In-One Challenge sponsored by USAA Insurance
For $2.5 Million Prize
8th Hole - Hole-In-One Challenge sponsored by Tito's Vodka
For $2.5 Million Prize
9th Hole - Closest to the Pin sponsored by United Healthcare
Up to $1.1 Million Prize
Will you watch The Match?
Can't Wait!
I'll Pass 🙄
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