WEDNESDAY AT THE 2025 WM PHOENIX OPEN
A Star-Studded Annexus Pro-Am Kicks Off Tournament Week
The Annexus Pro-Am brought out some of the biggest names in sports, entertainment, and music for an exciting day at TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium Course. Fans lined the fairways to watch four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers, Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald Jr., Olympic icon Michael Phelps, country music superstar Luke Bryan and comedic sensation Rob Riggle tee it up alongside some of the PGA TOUR’s best.
Baseball fans got a treat as well. Diamondbacks’ trio of aces Zac Gallen, Merrill Kelly, Corbin Burnes along with their skipper Torey Lovullo, took on the course, while former MLB MVP Jimmy Rollins and slugger Kyle Schwarber added even more star power to the mix. Jelly Roll also brought his larger-than-life personality to the fairways, giving fans an early glimpse before his headlining performance at the Coors Light Birds Nest later that night.
While the celebrities kept the crowd entertained, PGA TOUR pros made final preparations to their games before competition officially begins on Thursday.
VanHyfte Takes the WHOOP Shot at Glory Title
With the pressure on and the 16th hole grandstands roaring, Curt VanHyfte delivered the best shot of the day to claim victory in the WHOOP Shot at Glory, sticking his tee shot to 22 feet, 1 inch. Golf content creator Grant Horvat finished just behind at 23 feet, 6 inches, while Adam Pritchett rounded out the top three with a solid shot landing 24 feet, 5 inches from the pin.
The Party Continues at the Coors Light Birds Nest
As the sun sets over TPC Scottsdale, the party was just getting started. The Coors Light Birds Nest kicked off its first night with a packed house, as country music headliner Jelly Roll took the stage following an opening set from Treaty Oak Revival. Fans filled the venue for a night of live music, dancing, and an atmosphere unlike any other in golf.
Looking Ahead to Thursday’s First Round
With the entertainment portion of the week in full swing, all eyes now turn to the opening round of the 2025 WM Phoenix Open.
Nick Taylor will look to defend his title, but he’ll face stiff competition from a loaded field that includes Scottie Scheffler, Justin Thomas, Wyndham Clark, Hideki Matsuyama and dozens of other Top-50 players in the Official World Golf Rankings. First-round tee times begin at 7:20 a.m. for morning groupings and 12:00 p.m. for afternoon pairings.
The 2025 edition of “The People’s Open” is officially underway, and if Wednesday was any indication, we’re in for another unforgettable week. Stay tuned for all the action!