The highly anticipated men's golf final of the 2024 Paris Olympics is set for an early start on Sunday, and all eyes are on the leading duo. Xander Schauffele of the United States and Jon Rahm of Spain, who currently share the lead, are gearing up for what promises to be a thrilling showdown.
Schauffele and Rahm will kick off their final round at 6:39 a.m. ET at the renowned Le Golf National in Paris. Joining them will be Tommy Fleetwood of Great Britain, who has shown consistent form throughout the tournament. This trio leads a field of world-class golfers, each determined to leave their mark on Olympic history.
Star-Studded Lineup
Another notable figure, Rory McIlroy, will tee off at 6:28 a.m. The Northern Irishman, who is grouped with Japan's Hideki Matsuyama and Denmark's Nicolai Højgaard, has been in excellent form and will be aiming to climb the leaderboard during the final round.
Scottie Scheffler, the American powerhouse, is slated to start his round at 6:17 a.m. alongside Tom Kim of South Korea and Belgium's Thomas Detry. Scheffler's performance has been steady, and he remains a strong contender.
The competition is intense from the start, with Camilo Villegas of Colombia and France's own Matthieu Pavon set to begin their final rounds at 3 a.m. Just eleven minutes later, at 3:11 a.m., Mito Pereira from Chile, Phachara Khongwatmai from Thailand, and Yechun Yuan from China will follow suit.
The golfing action continues with Kristoffer Ventura of Norway, Poland's Adrian Meronk, and Argentina’s Emiliano Grillo teeing off at 3:33 a.m.
Mid-Morning Surge
As the morning progresses, groups featuring prominent golfers will take to the course. New Zealand's Ryan Fox, Collin Morikawa of the United States, and Mexico's Carlos Ortiz will begin their final push at 5:06 a.m. Shortly after, at 5:17 a.m., Germany's Stephan Jaeger, Wyndham Clark of the United States, and Ireland's Shane Lowry will tee off.
At 5:33 a.m., Alejandro Tosti of Argentina, Chinese Taipei's C.T. Pan, and Italy's Matteo Manassero will start their rounds, looking to climb the ranks with strong finishes. The subsequent group, featuring Erik van Rooyen from South Africa, South Korea's Byeong Hun An, and Canada's Corey Conners, will start at 5:44 a.m.
Ludvig Aberg of Sweden, Australia's Jason Day, and Chile's Joaquin Niemann will then take to the course at 6:06 a.m., each aiming to make their presence felt as the final round unfolds.
Venues and Conditions
Le Golf National, known for its challenging layout and strategic holes, provides the perfect backdrop for this elite level of competition. The course, having hosted numerous prestigious events, demands precision and skill, favoring golfers who can navigate its complexities with tactical intelligence.
The Paris venue has once again proven its mettle, delivering a week of high-caliber golf and setting the stage for what will undoubtedly be an enthralling conclusion to the men's competition.
The early start times ensure that fans, whether attending in person or watching from around the globe, will witness a gripping contest as the world's top golfers vie for the coveted Olympic medals. With a leaderboard packed with talent and the pressure of Olympic glory, the stage is set for a memorable final round at the 2024 Paris Olympics.