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SPORTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND OLYMPIC STARS HEADLINE 2026 ANNEXUS PRO-AM

February 2, 2026 by WM Phoenix Open

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If Wednesday at the WM Phoenix Open feels a little bigger, louder, and more electric than most Pro-Am days, there’s a reason.

The 2026 Annexus Pro-Am brings together an all-star mix of professional athletes, entertainers, musicians and Olympians for one of the most anticipated days of tournament week, turning TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium Course into a showcase of star power and personality before competition officially ramps up.

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Headlining the field are some of the biggest names in professional sports. Major League Baseball stars Mookie Betts, Alex Bregman and Cal Raleigh will trade batting gloves for golf clubs, while Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, returns for another appearance in the Annexus Pro-Am. NFL fans will see three-time Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce in action, joined by Arizona Cardinals standouts Trey McBride, Budda Baker and Zaven Collins, who bring a strong local connection to the day.

The lineup also features icons across multiple generations and sports, including Larry Fitzgerald Jr., NFL Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith, and two-time Olympic gold medalist and World Cup champion Carli Lloyd, reinforcing why the Annexus Pro-Am has become one of the most diverse and entertaining events of the week.

Entertainment is well represented as well. The Office favorite Brian Baumgartner add personality and humor throughout the course, while country music standout Zach Top – who will also take the stage at the Coors Light Birds Nest later in the week – brings a music-world presence to the fairways.

What makes the Annexus Pro-Am unique isn’t just the names on the tee sheet, but the atmosphere it creates. Fans get a rare, up-close look at stars in a relaxed setting, interacting with PGA TOUR professionals, soaking in the energy of the course, and enjoying a day that blends competition with accessibility and fun.

Tee times for the Annexus Pro-Am will begin Wednesday morning on the Stadium Course, with pairings and starting holes announced Tuesday night. For fans planning to be on site, it’s a chance to experience tournament week from a different angle – one where celebrity sightings are just as likely as birdies, and the buzz of the WM Phoenix Open is already in full swing.

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HARRIS ENGLISH, SEPP STRAKA, CHRIS GOTTERUP, CAMERON YOUNG, MAVERICK MCNEALY AND DANIEL BERGER ROUND UP THE 2026 FIELD

February 1, 2026 by WM Phoenix Open

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Tournament Chairman Jason Eisenberg announced today that six more high-profile players with notable world rankings have committed to compete in the 2026 WM Phoenix Open, scheduled to tee it up February 2–8 at TPC Scottsdale.

Harris English (World No. 11), Sepp Straka (12), Chris Gotterup (17), Cameron Young (20), Maverick McNealy (22) and Daniel Berger (54) are the latest additions to the field at TPC Scottsdale. With their commitments, the 91st edition of “The People’s Open” now features 11 of the Top-20 players in the Official World Golf Ranking, 12 Major Championship winners, and seven WM Phoenix Open champions.

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The other players currently in the field in the Top-20 include World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele (No. 6), J.J. Spaun (No. 7), Ben Griffin (No. 8), Viktor Hovland (No. 14), Hideki Matsuyama (No. 16), and Collin Morikawa (No. 18), underscoring the depth of the 2026 WM Phoenix Open field.

Other notables committed to compete include five-time major champion Brooks Koepka, three-time major champion Jordan Spieth, U.S. Open champion Wyndham Clark, five-time PGA TOUR winner Sam Burns, Open Championship winner Brian Harman and former FedExCup champion Billy Horschel, adding proven winners and championship experience to tournament week.

English, a five-time PGA TOUR winner, captured his first victory since 2021 at the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines. He went on to finish No. 13 in the FedExCup standings, qualifying for the Playoffs for the 11th time and advancing to the TOUR Championship for the fourth time in his career. During the season, English recorded four Top-10 finishes and made 21 cuts in 23 starts, while also representing the United States at the 2025 Ryder Cup. He returns to TPC Scottsdale for his 13th career WM Phoenix Open appearance, with his best finish a solo third in 2016.

Straka delivered the best season of his PGA TOUR career in 2025, capturing two victories and establishing himself as one of the TOUR’s most consistent performers. Wins at The American Express and the Truist Championship marked his first multi-win season and brought his career total to four PGA TOUR titles. He qualified for the FedExCup Playoffs for the seventh consecutive year, advanced to the TOUR Championship for the fourth straight season, and finished No. 30 in the final FedExCup standings. His standout campaign earned him a captain’s pick selection to represent Team Europe at the 2025 Ryder Cup, and he returns for his fourth career appearance at the WM Phoenix Open.

Gotterup continued his rapid ascent on the PGA TOUR during the 2025 season, highlighted by a victory at the Sony Open to open the year, the third TOUR title of his career. Later in the season, he captured the Genesis Scottish Open, qualified for the FedExCup Playoffs for the first time, and advanced to the TOUR Championship, finishing T10 in the final standings. A former Haskins Award winner at the University of Oklahoma, Gotterup continues to establish himself as one of the TOUR’s rising stars.

Young enjoyed a landmark 2025 season, highlighted by his first career PGA TOUR victory at the Wyndham Championship. He recorded eight Top-10 finishes and 12 Top-25s, finished T4 in the FedExCup standings, and advanced to the TOUR Championship for the second time in his career. Young also made his Ryder Cup debut on home soil at Bethpage Black and returns to TPC Scottsdale for his fifth WM Phoenix Open appearance, building on his best finish, a solo eighth in 2024.

McNealy produced the most consistent season of his PGA TOUR career in 2025, qualifying for the FedExCup Playoffs for the fifth time and advancing to the TOUR Championship for the first time. He finished T23 in the FedExCup standings and recorded five Top-5 finishes during the season, continuing a steady upward trajectory on TOUR. McNealy has also enjoyed success at TPC Scottsdale, posting back-to-back Top-10 finishes, and will make his fourth career appearance at “The People’s Open” in 2026.

Berger comes off a resurgent 2025 season on the PGA TOUR, qualifying for the FedExCup Playoffs for the seventh time in his career and his first since 2021. He finished No. 45 in the standings after advancing to the BMW Championship, highlighted by a runner-up finish at the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale. A multi-time PGA TOUR winner, Berger returns to “The People’s Open” with renewed momentum and a proven track record at the Stadium Course.

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MLB ALL-STARS AND ENTERTAINMENT ICONS TO PLAY IN 2026 ANNEXUS PRO-AM

February 1, 2026 by WM Phoenix Open

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Tournament Chairman Jason Eisenberg announced today that Major League Baseball standouts Cal Raleigh, Alex Bregman and Mookie Betts, along with entertainers Colin Jost and Brian Baumgartner, have committed to compete in the 2026 WM Phoenix Open Annexus Pro-Am, set to take place Wednesday, Feb. 4, on the Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale.

The group represents the latest wave of celebrity participants confirmed for the star-studded Annexus Pro-Am, one of tournament week’s most anticipated events, pairing PGA TOUR professionals with accomplished athletes and entertainers from across sports and pop culture.

Raleigh is coming off a standout 2025 season for the Seattle Mariners in which he led all MLB catchers in home runs and RBIs while continuing to serve as a defensive anchor behind the plate. A switch-hitting power threat, Raleigh has established himself as one of the game’s premier players at his position and continues to emerge as a leader within the Mariners’ organization.

Bregman, a two-time World Series champion, has been one of Major League Baseball’s most accomplished infielders of his generation. A former All-Star and Silver Slugger Award winner, he has recorded multiple 30-home-run seasons and consistently ranked among league leaders in on-base percentage, playing a key role in sustained success at the Major League level.

Betts, a two-time World Series champion and former American League MVP, is one of the most dynamic all-around players in Major League Baseball. A perennial All-Star and multiple Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Award winner, Betts has excelled both offensively and defensively throughout his career and remains one of the game’s elite talents.

A longtime writer, performer, and producer on Saturday Night Live, Jost has served as co-anchor of Weekend Update since 2014 after joining the show as a writer in 2005. A New York Times bestselling author, he has earned multiple Writers Guild, Peabody, and Emmy Awards and remains one of the most recognizable voices in modern comedy.

Best known for his role as Kevin Malone on NBC’s The Office, Baumgartner became a fan favorite during the show’s nine-season run. Beyond acting, he is a New York Times bestselling author and the host and executive producer of Off The Beat, a widely popular podcast featuring behind-the-scenes stories from Hollywood. An avid golfer, Baumgartner is a regular participant in celebrity golf events.

Other celebs currently in the Annexus Pro-Am field include Travis Kelce, Larry Fitzgerald, Michael Phelps, Zach Top, Merrill Kelly, Carli Lloyd, Emmitt Smith, Trey McBride, Budda Baker and Zaven Collins.

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2026 CONCERT IN THE COLISEUM KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

January 30, 2026 by WM Phoenix Open

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Welcome to one of the most electric nights of WM Phoenix Open week. Set inside the iconic Coliseum at TPC Scottsdale’s world-famous 16th hole, Concert in the Coliseum Presented by Swire Coca-Cola delivers an unforgettable live music experience headlined by The Killers, with Tyler Hubbard opening the night.

From immersive activations along the entry walk to the energy inside the Coliseum, the information below will help you plan your arrival, navigate the venue, and make the most of every moment—from gates open to the final encore and beyond. Enjoy the show.

2026 WM PHOENIX OPEN SECURITY PROCEDURES

EVENT INFO

The Concert in the Coliseum is a 21+ event.

All Concert in the Coliseum guests will enter through the Hayden Gate. The Concert in the Coliseum entry walk will begin just south of the Hayden Road and Bell Road intersection, with all patrons accessing the venue from that location.

Activation areas will be available along the walk to the Coliseum featuring music, food, drinks, and merchandise. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the full experience. A bag policy is in effect — please review the WM Phoenix Open Security Procedures prior to arrival.

Guests are encouraged to dress warmly and wear comfortable, conservative footwear.

PARKING & RIDESHARE INFO

Concert in the Coliseum parking will be available in Lots 2 and 3. All parking is self-parking. Follow event signage upon arrival and present your Concert in the Coliseum wristband or ticket for parking access. Separate parking passes are not issued for the concert.

Rideshare drop-off and pick-up locations will be clearly marked near the Hayden Gate and Bell Road area. Please follow posted signage and directions from event staff.


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ADA ACCESS & ASSISTANCE

ADA assistance will be available at the Greenway Hayden Loop and Bell Road intersection. ADA golf carts will be staged at the start of the Concert in the Coliseum entry walk to assist guests. ADA transportation will follow a designated route that avoids the haul road. Guests utilizing ADA assistance should expect a short walk at the final drop-off location near the Coliseum.

For guests locating suites inside Skybox 16, please reference your Suite Number only. Suite branding reflects the golf tournament and does not represent suite ownership during the Concert in the Coliseum.

RUN OF SHOW

*Times approximate and subject to change

3:00 p.m. – Gates Open
4:15 p.m. – Dee Jay Silver
6:00 p.m. – Tyler Hubbard
7:00 p.m. – Dee Jay Silver
7:30 p.m. – Drone Show
7:45 p.m. – The Killers
9:15 p.m. – Drone Show

AFTERPARTY

FAIRMONT SCOTTSDALE PRINCESS | PLAZA BAR
10:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.

The afterparty is open to all Concert in the Coliseum guests and does not require an additional ticket. The venue will feature live entertainment, DJs, food activations, and bottle service.

Post-concert shuttles to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess will be available. Guests will exit through the Hayden Gate and follow signage to the shuttle loading area located in the TPC Clubhouse Lot (Lot 1). Shuttles will operate continuously following the conclusion of the concert.

We look forward to welcoming you to TPC Scottsdale and hope you enjoy an unforgettable Concert in the Coliseum.

For questions, please contact orders@wmphoenixopen.com.

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DRAFTKINGS SPORTSBOOK AT TPC SCOTTSDALE IS YOUR HEADQUARTERS FOR THE WM PHOENIX OPEN AND THE BIG GAME!

January 30, 2026 by WM Phoenix Open

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It’s that time of year again, fans. That’s right, it’s time for the WM Phoenix Open, aka The People’s Open, and the Big Game! And there’s no better place to take in all the action than DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale!

Long known for one of the largest and most enthusiastic crowds in the game, especially on the famed 16th hole, the WM Phoenix Open will take place from February 2 to February 8. But the action starts even earlier at DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale with special appearances, activations and promotions throughout the week.

Come get your fan-favorite bites in the best atmosphere that includes wall-to-wall screens, betting kiosks and special promotions!

Free and open to all tournament attendees (21+), DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale will be grilling up your game day favorites all week long. Think of DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale as the 19th hole — the place to be after tournament play wraps up with DJs spinning and a vibe you don’t want to miss. And with over 3,400 square feet of video walls and screens — including outdoor/patio areas with video screens, VIP cabanas and fire pits — you’ll never miss a moment of the action.

Speaking of action, DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale boasts 32 sports betting kiosks and six ticket windows with a wide range of wagering options, similar to DraftKings Online Sportsbook in Arizona with complimentary high-speed internet for mobile betting.

Attendees will have the chance to jump into Gamalyze, DraftKings’ interactive player insights experience, and earn $15 off a DraftKings Shop purchase just for playing. Gamalyze reveals how you make decisions during gameplay, delivering a personalized report that breaks down your unique gaming tendencies.

And that’s not all — be sure to check out our special putting green promotion, where you can unlock an exclusive DraftKings Online Sportsbook profit boost you won’t want to miss.

If that isn’t enough excitement for you, be on the lookout for special appearances by Handshake Bets (Wednesday, February 4, at 3 p.m. MST) and BobDoesSports (Thursday, February 5, at 3 p.m. MST). And make sure to keep your calendar open for the Big Game, as DraftKings Sportsbook will be hosting a special, ticketed event. Join us as we’ll bring that Big Game energy, including DJs on site and special bonus bet giveaways!

If you’re headed to the WM Phoenix Open and want to stop by, here’s the hours of operation:

  • Monday, February 2 ­­— 12-7 p.m. MST
  • Tuesday, February 3 — 12-3:30 p.m. MST
  • Wednesday, February 4 — 12-9 p.m. MST
  • Thursday, February 5 — 12-9 p.m. MST
  • Friday, February 6 — 11 a.m.-9 p.m. MST
  • Saturday, February 7 — 11 a.m.-9 p.m. MST
  • Sunday, February 8 — Special Big Game ticketed party beginning at noon MST

So, join us during the WM Phoenix Open and our special ticketed Big Game party to experience DraftKings Sportsbook on a whole new level!

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SAHITH THEEGALA, JOEL DAHMEN AND CHARLEY HOFFMAN RECEIVE SPONSOR EXEMPTIONS FOR 2026 WM PHOENIX OPEN

January 30, 2026 by WM Phoenix Open

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Tournament Chairman Jason Eisenberg announced today that PGA TOUR winners Sahith Theegala and Joel Dahmen, along with WM ambassador and 26-year PGA TOUR veteran Charley Hoffman, will receive sponsor exemptions for the 2026 WM Phoenix Open, scheduled for February 2–8 at TPC Scottsdale.

“The WM Phoenix Open is built on elite competition, personality, and energy, and this group embodies all three,” Eisenberg said. “Sahith’s history at this tournament speaks for itself, Joel is one of the TOUR’s most popular and authentic competitors, and Charley’s long-standing connection to both WM and this event makes this a special group to welcome back to TPC Scottsdale.”

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Theegala became an instant fan favorite after making the most of a sponsor exemption at the 2022 WM Phoenix Open, where he finished runner-up in a dramatic playoff. The Pepperdine University alum earned his first PGA TOUR victory at the 2023 Fortinet Championship and followed it with a strong 2024 campaign that included two runner-up finishes, nine Top-10s, and 12 Top-25 results. A three-time NCAA All-American, Theegala captured both the Haskins Award and Ben Hogan Award in 2020 as the nation’s top collegiate golfer. Already off to a solid start in the 2026 season, he has made two cuts, including a Top-10 finish at The American Express. Theegala will make his fifth appearance at “The People’s Open.”

Dahmen is one of the PGA TOUR’s most recognizable personalities and the winner of the 2021 Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship. A University of Washington alum, he has posted multiple Top-10 finishes throughout his career and is known for his authenticity and connection with fans. To open the 2026 season, Dahmen made the cut at The American Express and continues to compete on TOUR. He will make his eighth appearance at the WM Phoenix Open, where his style of play and personality have made him a natural fit for the event’s atmosphere.

Since turning professional in 2000, San Diego native Charley Hoffman has recorded four PGA TOUR victories, including wins at the 2007 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, 2010 Deutsche Bank Championship, 2014 OHL Classic at Mayakoba, and 2016 Valero Texas Open. Hoffman was a member of the 2017 U.S. Presidents Cup team and posted two Top-10 finishes during the 2025 season, highlighted by a T5 at The American Express at PGA West. A fixture at TPC Scottsdale, Hoffman will make his 20th career start at “The People’s Open,” where his best finish came in 2024 as runner-up to Nick Taylor.

The 2026 WM Phoenix Open returns to TPC Scottsdale February 2–8 for the 91st edition of “The People’s Open.” One of the five oldest events on the PGA TOUR, the WM Phoenix Open has been recognized six times as the PGA TOUR’s Event of the Year and is celebrated as one of the most iconic and fan-friendly tournaments in professional golf.

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