The AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am is heating up as it heads into its crucial third round! The PGA Tour's elite are battling it out, and with no halfway cut, all 80 players are guaranteed to showcase their skills over the weekend. This year, the entire second half of the tournament will be played exclusively on the iconic Pebble Beach Golf Links, offering breathtaking views of the California coastline. The move to a single course for the final 36 holes is a strategic decision to stay ahead of any potential inclement weather, ensuring a smoother competition. So, say goodbye to Spyglass Hill for now, and get ready for more stunning scenery!
But here's where it gets intense: The competition is incredibly tight! Akshay Bhatia and first-round leader Ryo Hisatsune are currently sharing the lead heading into Saturday. Bhatia is aiming for his third career win on the Tour, while Hisatsune is chasing his very first. The stakes couldn't be higher!
And this is the part most people miss: The pairings and tee times are meticulously planned to optimize the viewing experience and manage the flow of play. For those eager to follow every swing, here’s your guide to catching all the action:
Round 3 Coverage Schedule (All times Eastern - ET):
- Noon - 1 PM: Get your game face on with Golf Central Pregame.
- 1 PM - 3 PM: Catch the early action of Round 3 on Golf Channel (GC).
- 3 PM - 7 PM: The main event continues with Round 3 coverage on CBS.
- 7 PM - 8 PM: Debrief the day's play with Golf Central Postgame.
Key Tee Times and Groupings for Round 3:
Here's a look at when the tournament leaders and other notable players will be teeing off from both the 1st and 10th tees at Pebble Beach Golf Links:
- 11:22 AM EST: Chris Kirk, Sami Valimaki, and Michael Kim (1st Tee) | Ben Griffin, Denny McCarthy, and Viktor Hovland (10th Tee)
- 11:33 AM EST: Scottie Scheffler, J.T. Poston, and Alex Noren (1st Tee) | Justin Rose, Wyndham Clark, and Harry Hall (10th Tee)
- 11:44 AM EST: Nico Echavarria, Cameron Young, and Jason Day (1st Tee) | Robert MacIntyre, Maverick McNealy, and Kurt Kitayama (10th Tee)
- 11:55 AM EST: Alex Smalley, Pierceson Coody, and Max McGreevy (1st Tee) | Andrew Novak, Ryan Gerard, and Taylor Pendrith (10th Tee)
- 12:06 PM EST: Brian Harman, Patrick Cantlay, and Collin Morikawa (1st Tee) | Rico Hoey, Sahith Theegala, and Emiliano Grillo (10th Tee)
- 12:17 PM EST: Ryan Fox, Shane Lowry, and Mackenzie Hughes (1st Tee) | Steven Fisk, Keith Mitchell, and Billy Horschel (10th Tee)
- 12:28 PM EST: Max Greyserman, Tony Finau, and Harris English (1st Tee) | Lucas Glover, Kevin Yu, and Si Woo Kim (10th Tee)
- 12:39 PM EST: Tommy Fleetwood, Russell Henley, and Rory McIlroy (1st Tee) | Marco Penge, Sam Stevens, and Garrick Higgo (10th Tee)
- 12:50 PM EST: Nick Taylor, Chris Gotterup, and Bud Cauley (1st Tee) | Stephan Jaeger, J.J. Spaun, and Ludvig Åberg (10th Tee)
- 1:01 PM EST: Hideki Matsuyama, Xander Schauffele, and Jordan Spieth (1st Tee) | Adam Schenk, Matt McCarty, and Aldrich Potgieter (10th Tee)
- 1:12 PM EST: Matt Fitzpatrick, Patrick Rodgers, and Keegan Bradley (1st Tee) | Michael Thorbjornsen, Joe Highsmith, and Corey Conners (10th Tee)
- 1:23 PM EST: Sepp Straka, Tom Hoge, and Jake Knapp (1st Tee) | Brian Campbell, Matti Schmid, and Aaron Rai (10th Tee)
- 1:34 PM EST: Sam Burns, Min Woo Lee, and Jacob Bridgeman (1st Tee) | Daniel Berger and Jhonattan Vegas (10th Tee)
- 1:45 PM EST: The co-leaders tee off: Akshay Bhatia, Ryo Hisatsune, and Rickie Fowler (1st Tee)
Now, let's talk strategy and the human element. With all players staying at Pebble Beach, the course demands precision and mental fortitude. The pressure mounts as players vie for a signature event title. Do you think playing the same course for two consecutive days benefits players who are already familiar with its nuances, or does it give everyone an equal chance to adapt and strategize? What are your thoughts on the decision to forgo a halfway cut in these signature events? Let us know in the comments below!
