WM PHOENIX OPEN NEWS INFO
Monday at the WM Phoenix Open marked the official start of tournament week as the 2026 edition of “The People’s Open” returned to TPC Scottsdale. The annual Carlisle Pro-Am kicked off the festivities, pairing PGA TOUR professionals with community leaders and VIPs for a relaxed yet competitive day on the Stadium Course. While much of the country remains deep in winter, Arizona delivered perfect playing conditions, with clear blue skies and temperatures reaching 77 degrees – setting the stage for an exciting week ahead.
MONDAY SETS THE TONE AT THE 2026 WM PHOENIX OPEN
Mario Tiziani’s group claimed first place in the Carlisle Pro-Am, finishing the day at 19-under par. Tiziani was joined by Tim Hovik, Jeff Johnson, John Lightfoot and Charlie Winters, edging out Patrick Flavin’s group, which posted a strong 17-under performance to take second place.
Attention now turns to Tuesday, which continues the early-week momentum with a full slate of special events and practice rounds as PGA TOUR professionals fine-tune their games. Admission on Tuesday is once again free thanks to Ford Free Days, giving fans an opportunity to experience tournament week before competition begins.
One of Tuesday’s signature events is the R.S. Hoyt Jr. Family Foundation Dream Day, beginning at 10 a.m. on the TPC Champions Course practice range. Dream Day welcomes hundreds of local elementary school students for a morning focused on fun, learning and inspiration. The event features interactive games, a trick-shot golf show, and a junior golf clinic, giving students hands-on exposure to the game while creating lasting memories.
Students will also hear from PGA TOUR professional Joel Dahmen and Arizona sports icon Larry Fitzgerald, who will share advice and encouragement before the event concludes with the now-famous Dream Day group selfie – an annual highlight for students and volunteers alike.
Tuesday also includes the San Tan Ford Special Olympics Putting Challenge, which begins at 11 a.m. on the Stadium Course putting green. Special Olympics athletes are joined by celebrities, sports figures and business leaders from across the Valley for a friendly competition that celebrates inclusion and community. The event is open to the public and regularly draws PGA TOUR professionals who stop by to support the athletes.
With the Carlisle Pro-Am in the books and a full slate of events still to come, the 2026 WM Phoenix Open is officially underway as tournament week continues to build toward competitive rounds beginning Thursday
