2025 Zurich Classic: Key Insights and Viewing Information
Event Overview
The Zurich Classic, a unique two-player team event on the PGA Tour, unfolds this weekend in New Orleans. This year’s tournament follows the prestigious Masters and the RBC Heritage, offering a lighter competitive field as many prominent golfers take a break.
This team format promotes an engaging atmosphere filled with dynamic scoring opportunities. Players alternate between formats of four-ball and foursomes, leading to lower scores on alternating days.
Defending Champions and Current Standings
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry, the reigning champions, command attention as they seek to defend their title. McIlroy returns to the game fresh off his victory at the Masters, which marked his achievement of the career Grand Slam. Fans can look forward to memorable moments as McIlroy aims for another lively performance, reminiscent of last year’s celebratory karaoke.
However, young contenders on the PGA Tour have shown remarkable prowess, also making their mark on the leaderboard during the initial rounds.
Viewing Schedule
Golf enthusiasts can tune in throughout the weekend to catch all the action from the Zurich Classic. Below is the schedule for the upcoming rounds:
Round 3 – Saturday
- Start Time: 9 a.m. ET
- PGA Tour Live: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Early TV Coverage: 1 – 3 p.m. on Golf Channel, fubo (Free trial available)
- Live TV Coverage: 3 – 6 p.m. on CBS, Paramount+
- Streaming: 1 – 3 p.m. on NBC Sports App; 3 – 6 p.m. on CBSSports.com, CBS Sports App
- Radio Coverage: 1 – 6 p.m. on PGA Tour Radio
Round 4 – Sunday
- Start Time: 9 a.m. ET
- PGA Tour Live: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Early TV Coverage: 1 – 3 p.m. on Golf Channel, fubo (Free trial available)
- Live TV Coverage: 3 – 6 p.m. on CBS, Paramount+
- Streaming: 1 – 3 p.m. on NBC Sports App; 3 – 6 p.m. on CBSSports.com, CBS Sports App
- Radio Coverage: 1 – 6 p.m. on PGA Tour Radio