PGA Tour and LPGA Tour unite for thrilling mixed team event

In South Africa, the PGA Tour and LPGA Tour are collaborating to host the Grant Thornton Invitational, a 54-hole tournament featuring 16 two-player mixed teams, marking the second consecutive year of this partnership. The tournament includes prominent players such as Jeeno Thitikul, who recently claimed victory at the CME Group Tour Championship, and Scottie Scheffler, who won the Hero World Challenge on the PGA Tour. Notably, the field consists of five of the top ten players in the women's world rankings, highlighting the competitive nature of the event. Jeeno Thitikul, the current Race to CME Globe champion, is paired with Tom Kim for the mixed-team format. This innovative tournament brings together elite players from both tours, fostering camaraderie and competition in a unique environment. Noteworthy returning teams include Jason Day and Lydia Ko, emphasizing continuity in the partnership between the tours. The event also includes rising stars and established veterans, indicating a diverse range of talent. As the PGA Tour gears up for the Sentry Tournament, scheduled for January 2-5, 2025, and the LPGA Tour prepares for the Grand Hilton Vacations Tournament of Champions from January 30 to February 2, 2025, the mixed-team tournament at Leopard Creek Country Club serves not only as a prestigious event, but also as a platform for showcasing the best of golf. The tournament has a substantial prize pool of 1.5 million euros, with the winning team set to share 250,000 euros. This enticing reward serves to attract top talent and elevate the overall excitement of the competition. With the defending champion, Louis Oosthuizen, aiming to repeat his success in the Dunhill Championship, the tournament promises to be a thrilling spectacle for golf fans. As the event unfolds, it will further strengthen the bonds between the PGA Tour and LPGA Tour, and inspire future collaborations in the sport.