2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational: What to Expect from Bay Hill

The highly anticipated 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational returns to the prestigious Bay Hill Club & Lodge, a renowned venue for its challenging course that consistently ranks among the toughest on the PGA Tour. This year promises an exciting competition as top golfers gather in Florida to pay tribute to the late Arnold Palmer.

Defending the Title: Scottie Scheffler’s Quest

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler enters the tournament with impressive credentials, having clinched two red cardigans in the past three years, along with a top-five finish last season. As he arrives in the Sunshine State, Scheffler aims to extend his successful streak at a course that he notably excels on.

Returning Competitors and Injury Comebacks

Several seasoned golfers will also be making headlines at this year’s event. Among them is Xander Schauffele, currently ranked No. 3 in the world. Schauffele, who has been sidelined for two months due to a rib injury, is set to make his third appearance this season. With the upcoming Masters rapidly approaching, he will be looking to re-establish his competitive rhythm after a lack of play.

Notable Season Winners

This year’s field includes several recent winners, such as:

• Rory McIlroy
• Ludvig Åberg
• Sepp Straka
• Hideki Matsuyama

Additionally, high-profile players like Justin Thomas, Patrick Cantlay, Collin Morikawa, and Tommy Fleetwood hope to break their winless streaks at the iconic venue.

Viewing Information

Fans can catch all the action from the Arnold Palmer Invitational across various platforms. Below is the broadcast schedule for each round:

Round 1 – Thursday

• Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
• PGA Tour Live: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Live TV Coverage: 2 – 6 p.m. on Golf Channel
• Streaming: 2 – 6 p.m. on NBC Sports App
• Radio: 12 – 6 p.m. — PGA Tour Radio

Round 2 – Friday

• Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
• PGA Tour Live: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Live TV Coverage: 2 – 6 p.m. on Golf Channel
• Streaming: 2 – 6 p.m. on NBC Sports App
• Radio: 12 – 6 p.m. — PGA Tour Radio

Round 3 – Saturday

• Start Time: 8 a.m.
• PGA Tour Live: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Early TV Coverage: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. on Golf Channel
• Live TV Coverage: 2:30 – 6 p.m. on NBC
• Streaming: 2:30 – 6 p.m. on Peacock
• Radio: 1 – 6 p.m. — PGA Tour Radio

Round 4 – Sunday

• Start Time: 8 a.m.
• PGA Tour Live: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Early TV Coverage: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. on Golf Channel
• Live TV Coverage: 2:30 – 6 p.m. on NBC
• Streaming: 2:30 – 6 p.m. on Peacock
• Radio: 1 – 6 p.m. — PGA Tour Radio

As the tournament unfolds, golf enthusiasts can look forward to thrilling contests amongst the best players, coupled with the picturesque backdrop of Bay Hill—a true testament to Arnold Palmer’s legacy.