McIlroy-Scheffler vs DeChambeau-Koepka: The Showdown start time today, golf format, prize money
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Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler face off tonight against Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka in a huge golf event. DeChambeau and Koepka were long-time rivals but have since mended that relationship, and the LIV Golf duo will now look to secure bragging rights for the tour as they take on the PGA Tour partnership.
World number one Scheffler has enjoyed a stellar year, winning The Masters for the second time as one of nine victories in 2024. That has tied Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh for the record of most wins in a single season. McIlroy, meanwhile, once again fell agonisingly short in his bid to end a decade-long major drought, pipped at the US Open by DeChambeau, but he ended the year in style by sealing a sixth Race to Dubai title.
The Showdown in Las Vegas comes amid ongoing discussions to finalise a merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, with stances on both sides appearing to soften. The match will take place tonight, Tuesday, December 17, 2024. It is expected to get underway at 6pm Eastern Time, which would be 11pm GMT in the UK.
Shadow Creek Golf Club in Las Vegas will host the contest. The course hosted the 2018 match between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, which was the first of this exhibition series of events. The 18 holes will be split into three six-hole matchplay contests, replicating the formats of the Ryder Cup.
