Golf’s first blockbuster event of the season tees off March 13, and the infamous 17th-hole Island Green is waiting. Can Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, or Ludvig Aberg conquer it, or will the water win again? Scheffler alone is likely to attract a vast majority of the crowds, gunning for his third consecutive win at the 2025 Players Championship. If he manages to achieve that, he will join Jack Nicklaus as the only player to have won three times at The Players Championship.

The winner will take home a whopping $4.5 million from the $25 million purse, along with 750 FedExCup points. This all sounds exciting, and there’s a lot on the line—but hold on! Something might turn the tables on the greens: the weather. Let’s take a look at what Mother Nature has in store for us during the first two rounds.

The first round is shaping up to be a fantastic day for golf, and you won’t want to miss it. With a high of 22°C and mostly sunny skies, the day will fly by. Players will enjoy perfect conditions to showcase their skills on the greens. A light breeze from the south-southwest at 13 km/h will keep things comfortable. Plus, with only a 6% chance of rain, we can expect a dry day that offers some great scoring opportunities.

Plus, as Scottie Scheffler and the rest of the impressive player lineup tee off, they’ll enjoy not just the competition but also a beautiful evening capped off by a lunar eclipse. It’s a day that promises both thrilling golf and a stunning natural spectacle, making it a must-watch!

How about the second round? Well, it looks just as nice! With a high of 23°C and a mix of clouds and sunshine, players will enjoy perfect conditions once again. Your best ally? Sunscreen! The gentle east wind at 15 km/h will provide a refreshing breeze, connecting you with nature. With only a 5% chance of precipitation and no thunderstorms in sight, we can expect another dry day that promises exciting golf action.

As Scottie Scheffler and his fellow players take their swings, the partly cloudy skies will enhance the scenery without hindering visibility. As the day comes to a close, temperatures will drop to a comfortable 17°C, ensuring a pleasant evening! These stunning days will host a total of 144 golfers. Let’s take a look at some of them.

Scottie Scheffler is not the only strong player on the TPC Sawgrass this year

There’s no doubt that Scottie Scheffler will attract a huge crowd. After a stunning performance last year, including a win at The PLAYERS Championship, fans and analysts will certainly try to catch him clinching a possible third win. The only issue is that his 2025 season hasn’t been great. He has faced many losses in the four tournaments he attended this year. Also, his best finish came at The Genesis Invitational, where he placed T3. So, who’s next?

The next big name is Rory McIlroy, and we all know his impressive track record. His best finish came with a win at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Similarly, Ludvig Aberg is performing well, with his best finish at the Genesis Invitational. World No. 7 Russell Henley will also tee off at The PLAYERS Championship, having recently secured his best finish with a win at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Then, Xander Schauffele will be looking for a good start this season after recovering from his rib injury.

Next, we have two major names making some noise. Jordan Spieth has qualified for The PLAYERS Championship despite a winless streak since 2022! Alongside him, another player to watch is former LIV golfer Laurie Canter. He earned his spot in the prestigious tournament thanks to his OWGR ranking of 42 and his absence from the LIV Golf greens. Canter’s best finish came at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, where he placed third.

With so many talented golfers coming H2H, who will you keep your eyes on?