The end is near but the thrill is not over yet! The World Wide Technology Championship is back in Los Cabos, Mexico, with a rich history of thrilling competition. Last year, Erik van Rooyen captured an emotional win, dedicating his victory to his dying friend, Jon Trasamar. This year’s tournament promises to be just as exciting with players like Tyson Alexander, Billy Andrade, Aaron Baddeley, and Paul Barjon battling for the coveted title.

The fans are surely over the moon with the excitement and are watching the game without missing a beat, but why? Well, the stakes are pretty high at the World Wide Technology Championship this year with a $7.5 million purse up for grabs. The winner will take home $1.296 million, while second place earns $784,800 and third place secures $496,800. Additional prizes include $352,800 for fourth place and $295,200 for fifth.

As the sixth of eight events on the FedEx Cup Fall schedule, this tournament is crucial for players vying for a position. By the end of the Fall Series, the top 125 players in the points list will secure their Tour cards for the 2025 campaign. A strong performance this week can make all the difference, and with prestigious events like the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and Genesis Invitational on the line, every stroke counts. The pressure is on, and the world’s top golfers are ready to put everything on the line.

The defending champion Rooyen’s win last year was a scene out of a movie as the player was so overcome with emotion after securing his second PGA Tour title.

Erik van Rooyen revealed what it’s going to be thinking about when he ‘kicks the bucket’

The World Wide Technology Championship returns to Los Cabos, Mexico promising another thrilling conclusion as the end is almost near. This year’s tournament marks a new chapter, moving to El Cardonal at Diamante Cabo San Lucas, after LIV Golf League’s acquisition of Mayakoba. Last year’s winner, Erik van Rooyen, secured his second PGA Tour title in an emotional victory of the 2023 edition of the championship. His win was inspired by his terminally ill best friend, Jon Trasamar. Van Rooyen had struggled with missed cuts prior to the tournament, making his triumph all the more remarkable.

Overcome with emotion, Van Rooyen dedicated his win to Trasamar, saying, “When I kick the bucket one day, whenever that might be, this is not what I’m going to be thinking about. I’m going to be thinking about the people that I love the most, and Jon Trasamar is one of those people.”  His victory earned him $1,476,000 which proved the hard work he had done to reach the title and the dedication to his friend. So, who do you think will win the tournament this year? Will the defender take home the trophy or a new talent will shine through? Share your thoughts in the comment section below!