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Are you prepared for the most anticipated golf competition to kickstart 2025?  The American Express event is returning and more thrilling than before. With an outstanding lineup this year, golf fans should not miss this event, which takes place at the gorgeous PGA WEST courses in La Quinta, California, from January 16 to 19.

Nick Dunlap, the reigning champion and 2024 winner, will also make a comeback to defend his title. Following two consecutive third-place finishes in La Quinta, Xander Schauffele World No. 2 will be back in the field. Billy Horschel, Sam Burns, Justin Thomas, and Tom Kim are among the other competitors who remain committed to the event. Additionally, there is a roster of prominent athletes including Si Woo Kim, Jason Day, Zach Johnson, Rickie Fowler, Tony Finau, and Patrick Cantlay. The competition is expected to be intense, with 156 players on the field. and here’s how you can catch all the excitement, whether you want to watch from home or in person.

How to watch the American Express

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There are several options to watch all the action from the ease of your home. All four rounds will be covered live by The Golf Channel, which will give in-depth analysis and real-time updates from noon to 4:00 p.m. In addition, the event will be aired daily starting at 9 a.m. via streaming platforms like ESPN+’s PGA TOUR Live, which users can watch on a variety of devices. Internationally, 44 broadcast and digital partners provide PGA TOUR coverage in more than 200 nations and territories in 30 distinct languages.

 

The Golf Channel will broadcast all of the action for US audiences from Thursday, January 16 to Sunday, January 19. The exact hour has not yet been determined. To verify the broadcast’s timings, viewers should continue to monitor the official website. Additionally, Sky Sports Golf will broadcast all of the action for audiences in the UK. The coverage is scheduled to begin at 16:30 on January 16 and 17, 19.00 on January 18, and 18.00 on January 19. (GMT.)

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Additionally, highlights, conversations, and behind-the-scenes footage will be available on the official PGA Tour website and social media platforms. To receive real-time updates, player perspectives, and exclusive material that improves the viewing experience, fans can engage with the tournament’s official social media pages on the PGA Tour app and PGATOUR.COM; social media channels, such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X; and other available mediums.

Blades Brown debut at the American Express

The debut of 17-year-old Blades Brown, the 2024 Rolex Junior Player of the Year winner from the American Junior Golf Association, is one of the main highlights of this year’s competition. Not just any kid golfer, Blades Brown is a phenomenon. Originally from Tennessee, he has drawn notice with his razor-sharp talents and maturity beyond his years. He joined Woods and Bobby Clampett as the third individual to earn medals at a U.S. Amateur and U.S. Junior. He finished four of five national junior golf tournaments in the top five. 

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Brown’s fearless approach is what makes him remarkable. Most youngsters would be intimidated to compete in the 66th annual competition with legends like Xander Schauffele, Finau, and Fowler, but Blades sees this as a chance to establish himself. His remarkable skill and commitment to the game are evidenced by his inclusion on the list of famous players.

One of the tournament’s most anticipated plotlines is Blades Brown’s voyage at The American Express, regardless of the result. Keep an eye on this rising talent when you schedule your viewings or get your tickets. You will hear more about Blades Brown in the future, regardless of whether he ends up on the scoreboard.

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