PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — The 24 newcomers to The Players Championship probably won’t take much solace in hearing that only one player — Craig Perks in 2002 — has conquered the diabolical Stadium Course at the TPC Sawgrass in his debut over the last four decades.

Only a few days after a heated Arnold Palmer Invitational came down to the final few holes on Sunday, the Florida swing moves from Orlando to Ponte Vedra Beach where the best golfers in the world are ready to tackle one of the sport's great gauntlets.

After a harsh January, which kind of shape will the Players Stadium Course in for the best players in the world? The early word: pristine.

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — The 24 newcomers to The Players Championship probably won’t take much solace in hearing that only one player — Craig Perks in 2002 — has conquered the diabolical Stadium Course at the TPC Sawgrass in his debut over the last four decades.

Since winning The Players Championship four years ago, Justin Thomas hasn't fared as well recently. He's counting on patience at TPC Sawgrass in 2025.

The PGA Tour contests its flagship event this week at The Players Championship in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. The event begins Thursday on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass, with a $25 million purse and $4.5 million for the winner.

A thunderstorm dumped more than 2 inches of rain on the TPC Sawgrass on Monday, delaying the start of Players Championship practice for PGA Tour pros.

Taste of Jax is among golf fans' food options in the 2025 Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass. Take a look around.