Here's Who's Playing in the Cognizant Classic This Week
One of the biggest sporting events in Palm Beach County is upon us again, this time with a new sponsor. What has been "The Honda Classic" for years, and was temporarily referred to as "The Classic in the Palm Beaches", is now "The Cognizant Classic". Starting on Wednesday (Feb 28th), PGA National plays host to the only PGA Tour event in South Florida. With the shakeup that has been going on in professional golf, many people are wondering who's playing in the 2024 Cognizant Classic. Here's a list of some notable pros who are confirmed for the tournament.
Who's Committed to Play in the Cognizant Classic: Top-50 Golfers
- Rory McIlroy (World No. 2)
- Matt Fitzpatrick (World No. 9)
- Tom Kim (World No. 16)
- Cameron Young (World No. 23)
- Sepp Straka (World No. 25)
- Matthieu Pavon (World No. 26)
- Chris Kirk (World No. 27)
- Russell Henley (World No. 29)
- Rickie Fowler (World No. 31)
- Sungjae Im (World No. 34)
- Eric Cole (World No. 36)
- Lucas Glover (World No. 37)
- J.T. Poston (World No. 40)
- Ryan Fox (World No. 41)
- Min Woo Lee (World No. 42)
- Byeong Hun An (World No. 44)
- Justin Rose (World No. 46)
- Denny McCarthy (World No. 47)
- Corey Conners (World No. 49)
Other Notable People Set to Play in the 2024 Cognizant Classic
- Jake Knapp (who just won the Mexico Championship in Vallarta)
- Adam Svensson
- Shane Lowry
- Luke List
- Tom Hoge
- Keith Mitchell
- Rasmus Højgaard
- Keith Mitchell
- Adam Schenk
- Stephan Jaeger
- Matt Kuchar
Homecoming Week for the Professional Golfers Who Call Palm Beach County Home
Palm Beach County was turned into a golf Mecca by some of the game's biggest names: Woods, Nicklaus, Fazio, Norman, and Ross. Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens alone consistently attract some of the world's top golfers, so for many of this week's contestants, it's Homecoming time. PGA National is in the heart of golf-land in Palm Beach Gardens. Some of the big names in golf course communities surround PGA National: Ballenisles, Mirasol, Old Palm, Old Marsh, Frenchman's, Bears Club, Admirals Cove, Jonathan's Landing, and the world-famous Seminole Golf Club. And Panther National is coming. In addition to Palm Beach County, Martin County is set to become yet another hot spot with some new projects joining the local staples, like Medalist, which was featured in season 1 of Netflix's Full Swing.
Florida boasts the most golf courses in the country, with more than 1,250, and Palm Beach County leads with the highest number of any county. This abundance ensures golfers have unparalleled access to high-quality facilities for practice and leisure. Florida's famous weather allows year-round golfing, an essential factor for professionals who need to maintain their skills regardless of the season. The presence of top golfers in the area creates an environment that fosters community and competitive excellence. Plus, there's always the subtle factor: the absence of state taxes in Florida provides a financial incentive for high-earning athletes looking to maximize their earnings.
Attending the 2024 Cognizant Classic
As of this morning (Monday, Feb 26th), there are still tickets available if you're interested in attending. You can visit the official website of the Cognizant Classic here.
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