Chris Pratt & Peyton Manning Hit the Green at Memorial Tournament Pro-Am!
Chris Pratt, Peyton Manning Tee Off with Pros at Memorial Tournament Pro-Am on Jack Nicklaus' Legendary Course
Memorial Tournament Tees Off Before U.S. Open: Top Golfers Vie for Title
Packed Field Takes on Muirfield Village
The PGA Tour's momentum doesn't slow down as the Memorial Tournament kicks off Thursday at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. This prestigious event serves as the final tune-up for the year's third major, the U.S. Open, held at Pinehurst No. 2 in North Carolina just a week later (June 13-16).
Star Power on Display at Memorial Tournament Pro-Am
Defending champion Viktor Hovland returns to Muirfield Village to face a stacked field. World No. 1 and Masters champion Scottie Scheffler, PGA Championship winner Xander Schauffele, Rory McIlroy, and two-time Memorial winner Patrick Cantlay are just a few of the big names vying for the title.
Pro-Am Heats Up the Week
Before the serious competition begins, many players are participating in the star-studded Memorial Tournament pro-am. This event provides a fun opportunity for celebrities and amateurs to tee off alongside the pros, offering a glimpse into the world of professional golf and generating excitement for the main tournament.
U.S. Open Looms Large
With the U.S. Open fast approaching, the Memorial Tournament offers a crucial chance for players to hone their skills and gauge their form against top competition. This week's performance could provide valuable insights into who might contend for the prestigious U.S. Open title.
Celebrity Sightings Heat Up Memorial Tournament Pro-Am
The Memorial Tournament pro-am served as a star-studded prelude to the main event this week at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. Beyond the competition on the course, the pro-am offered a chance for fans to see celebrities and athletes tee off alongside the pros.
Chris Pratt Playing Golf
Leading the pack were "Guardians of the Galaxy" star Chris Pratt, Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning, and former Ohio State wide receiver Anthony Gonzalez. This trio joined forces with PGA Tour players Rory McIlroy (playing the front nine) and Jason Day (taking over on the back nine) for a memorable round.
More Than Just Football
Former NFL stars made their presence felt as well. Peyton Manning wasn't the only legendary quarterback on the course, with Steve Young hitting the links alongside reigning U.S. Open champion Wyndham Clark. Actor Rob Lowe also got in on the action, playing with defending Memorial winner Viktor Hovland.
Sports Stars Across the Board
The pro-am wasn't just about football. NBA champion Andre Iguodala, MLB legend Buster Posey, and NFL standout Harris Barton all showcased their golf skills alongside professional golfers.
A Glimpse into the Pro World
The pro-am provides a unique opportunity for celebrities and amateurs to experience the thrill of professional golf. It also generates excitement for the main tournament, allowing fans to see their favorite golfers interact with personalities from other sports and entertainment.
Tee Time for the 2024 Memorial Tournament pro-am
1ST TEE
7:00 a.m. Rory McIlroy, Jason Day, Anthony Gonzalez, Peyton Manning, Chris Pratt
7:10: Tommy Fleetwood, Taylor Moore, Mary Meeker, Chad Mumm, Kris Stone
7:19: Brandt Snedeker, Ludvig Åberg, Derek Larson, Michael McCarthy, Al Walker
7:29: Adam Schenk, Adam Svensson, Stu Allen, Paul Heller, Jeff Holzschuh
7:38: Tony Finau, Cameron Young, Richard Barrett, Drew Kittleson, Johnny Williams
7:48: Will Zalatoris, Matt Kuchar, Jeff Edwards, Buster Posey, Adam Voelker
7:57: Brian Harman, Adam Hadwin, Matt Horner, Andy Rose, Mike Taylor
8:07: Si Woo Kim, Eric Cole, Jim Bender,,Suzie Thuerk, Frank Vamos
8:16: Rickie Fowler, Lee Hodges, Colin Neville, Austin Stephens, Scott Werry
8:26: Keegan Bradley, Kurt Kitayama, Dana Huth, Petar Vucurevic, Jeff Wilcoxon
8:35: Sam Burns, Justin Rose, Carl Eschenbach, Jack Eschenbach, Juli Inkste
8:45: Justin Thomas, Akshay Bhatia, Andre Iguodala, Craig Johnson, John Walecka
8:54: Wyndham Clark, Emiliano Grillo, Anthony Noto, Andrew Wilson, Steve Young
9:04: Viktor Hovland, Nick Taylor, Harris Barton, Kelley James, Rob Lowe
10TH TEE
7:05: Scottie Scheffler, Chris Kirk, Ed Herlihy, Brian Niccol, Fred Ridley
7:15: Matt Fitzpatrick, Denny McCarthy, Zak Brown, Niels Larsen, George Still
7:24: Shane Lowry, Billy Horschel, Larry Baer, Dr. Hiroyuki Fujita, Jerry Yang
7:34: Lucas Glover, Seamus Power, Ric Baird, Rick Germain, Lt. Col. Dan Rooney
7:43: Sungjae Im, Tom Hoge, Thomas Amenta, Rory Heenan, Tom Peterman
7:53: Alex Noren, Brendon Todd, Evan Andrews, Scott Barbour, Bill Remias
8:02: Tom Kim, Byeong Hun An, Jason Deschler, Rick McKenney, Brock Purslow
8:12: Sepp Straka, J.T. Poston, Matt Meyer, Mike Murphy, Mike Potthoff
8:21: Russell Henley, Harris English, John Hurley, Geoff Rhodes, Dan Robertson
8:31: Max Homa, Andrew Putnam, Amanda Balionis, Chris O’Donnell, Michelle Wie-West
8:40: Collin Morikawa, Sahith Theegala, Charlie Allen, Herb Allen, Bobby Long
8:50: Patrick Cantlay, Jordan Spieth, Doug Mackenzie, Harvey Mason Jr., Jake Owen
8:59: Xander Schauffele, Corey Conners, Mollie Marcoux Samaan, David Solomon, Seth Waugh
Warming Up for the U.S. Open
With the prestigious U.S. Open just around the corner, the Memorial Tournament pro-am served as a valuable warm-up for many players. The competition offered a chance to test their skills against top competition and potentially gain valuable momentum heading into the major championship.
List of all golfers competing in the 2024 Memorial Tournament
The 2024 Memorial Tournament will tee off on June 6th, 2024, at Muirfield Golf Village. The legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus is the host of this event, which is one of the oldest events played at the same venue on the PGA Tour.Founded by Jack Nicklaus in 1976, this tournament is now one of the PGA Tour's eight signature events. With 76 competitors this week, there is a huge $20 million prize fund up for grabs.So.
List of all the golfers competing in the 2024 Memorial Tournament.
- Scottie Scheffler
- Rory McIlroy
- Xander Schauffele
- Collin Morikawa
- Viktor Hovland
- Ludvig Aberg
- Patrick Cantlay
- Justin Thomas
- Wyndham Clark
- Tommy Fleetwood
- Max Homa
- Hideki Matsuyama
- Sahith Theegala
- Jordan Spieth
- Matt Fitzpatrick
- Byeong Hun An
- Tony Finau
- Sungjae Im
- Si Woo Kim
- Russell Henley
- Corey Conners
- Cameron Young
- Tom Kim
- Sam Burns
- Jason Day
- Sepp Straka
- Keegan Bradley
- Will Zalatoris
- Shane Lowry
- Billy Horschel
- Denny McCarthy
- Brian Harman
- Tom Hoge
- Harris English
- Alex Noren
- Christiaan Bezuidenhout
- Stephan Jaeger
- Robert MacIntyre
- Kurt Kitayama
- Akshay Bhatia
- Mackenzie Hughes
- Lucas Glover
- Justin Rose
- J.T. Poston
- Thomas Detry
- Taylor Moore
- Rickie Fowler
- Davis Thompson
- Chris Kirk
- Ben Griffin
- Austin Eckroat
- Taylor Pendrith
- Patrick Rodgers
- Andrew Putnam
- Adam Schenk
- Adam Hadwin
- Lee Hodges
- Jake Knapp
- Davis Riley
- Cam Davis
- Adam Svensson
- Victor Perez
- Seamus Power
- Nick Taylor
- Nick Dunlap
- Mac Meissner
- Eric Cole
- Matthieu Pavon
- Chris Gotterup
- Brendon Todd
- Emiliano Grillo
- Matt Kuchar
- Pierceson Coody
- Peter Malnati
- Jackson Koivun
- Brandt Snedeker
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