Stars Align for 2025 Grant Thornton Invitational

The PGA Tour and LPGA Tour unite once again this week for the 2025 Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Florida. The unique mixed-team event features 16 pairings competing for a $4 million purse in a format that celebrates the best of both tours.

Format Overview

The 32-player field will compete over three days (Dec 12-14) in three distinct formats:

• Friday: Scramble
• Saturday: Foursomes (Alternate Shot)
• Sunday: Modified Four-Ball

Notable Pairings

The field is stacked with star power. Key teams to watch include:

• Lydia Ko & Jason Day: A powerhouse International duo combining major championship pedigree.
• Nelly Korda & Denny McCarthy: The World No. 1 LPGA star pairs with one of the PGA Tour's best putters.
• Lilia Vu & Tony Finau: Two long hitters who could overpower the course.
• Lexi Thompson & Wyndham Clark: An all-American team with explosive potential.

Presidents Cup Connections

For golf fans, this event offers a rare glimpse at potential mixed-team dynamics, but also highlights players who will be key figures in the 2026 Presidents Cup. Jason Day, Tony Finau, Wyndham Clark, and Corey Conners (playing with Brooke Henderson) are all eyeing spots at Medinah.

Event Details

• Dates: December 12-14, 2025
• Course: Tiburón Golf Club (Gold Course), Naples, FL
• Purse: $4 Million ($2M per tour)
• Defending Champions: Returns for its 3rd edition as a mixed event.

Why It Matters

Beyond the prize money, the Grant Thornton Invitational continues to break down barriers in the sport, showcasing that the men's and women's games gain strength when showcased together. Expect low scores and high entertainment as the 2025 golf calendar winds down.