HOT SHEET
T-5 days until the top 30 arrive
ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 25: The FedExCup Trophy is displayed on the first hole during the final round of the TOUR Championship, the final event of the FedExCup Playoffs, at East Lake Golf Club on September 25, 2016 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Stan Badz/PGA TOUR)
1. The gang’s all here…
And we’re ready to go! The field of 30 players headed to East Lake is set and we couldn’t be more excited!
We’ve got FedExCup No. 1 Bryson DeChambeau looking to put the cherry on top of his elite play during the Playoffs [read: looking for his first TOUR Championship and FedExCup wins], which included back-to-back victories at THE NORTHERN TRUST and Dell Technologies Championship.
ICYMI: Tiger Woods is making his return to the TOUR Championship for the first time since 2013 and looking to add a third FedExCup to his trophy case.
Don’t forget new World No. 1 Justin Rose will be heading to East Lake next week, along with 23 of the top 30 players IN THE WORLD. Here’s a quick glimpse at the full field… you ready, Atlanta?
2. And now for the grand [Playoffs] finale…
We have a new main entrance! The TOUR Championship will have a brand-new main entrance for fans, relocated from its traditional location near the first and 10th tees to just behind the 14th hole. Just a minor move… to the other side of the course!
But no need to get upset – this new location gives fans quick access to the signature par-3 15th hole where you can be there to witness shots from the best players in the world.
Another great thing about the new entrance? The SO Cool Zone, a must-visit onsite fan venue, is just a short walk from the entrance where fans can survey the local eats, take their photo with the Payne Stewart Award or have a comfortable seat and watch the golf action on the big screen.
3. Park and go[lf]
Now that we told you about some of the exciting things happening at the TOUR Championship, you’re probably wondering how do I get to East Lake?!
Guess what? All parking for tournament week is FREE at Georgia State University Football Stadium (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday only) and Cellaris Amphitheater at Lakewood (Saturday and Sunday only). Although there’s no on-site parking (#sad), there is a FREE shuttle from the parking lots to East Lake Golf Club (#yay)!
Don’t feel like driving? We got you covered – TOUR Championship has joined forces with Uber to offer fans easy access to safe rides throughout tournament week. The Uber Gate, located just paces away from the 13th fairway, provides Uber riders with quick and convenient access to all the back-nine drama. #WINNING (is that still a thing?)
4. hAPPiness is just a download away…
with the PGA TOUR app. While at East Lake using the app, fans can manage digital tickets, use the Live Map to find the nearest concession stands or track their favorite players as they make their way through the course. But wait, there’s more!
You get a fan journey, you get fan journey… everyone gets a fan journey! Whether you’re a foodie, family of four, a die-hard golf fan or a social butterfly, there’s something for every fan to enjoy at the TOUR Championship. Pick a Fan Journey that you identify with the most and plan out your day before you even set foot on the grounds of East Lake. #ReadySetFanJourney
What else can the PGA TOUR app do? It can host a live virtual reality experience. Yes, you read that correctly. Fans can watch live coverage of holes 9, 15 and 18 at East Lake in virtual reality during all four competition rounds via the PGA TOUR app.
Bet you’re downloading the PGA TOUR app right now, huh?
5. Share a Coca-Cola and a smile
at the brand-new Coca-Cola Lounge at the TOUR Championship. This new fan area, open to all ticketholders, is located adjacent to the 8th green, which provides stadium views of the course.
Within the lounge, fans can use the photobooth to commemorate their visit to the TOUR Championship (#smile) or take a shot at the par-3 ninth hole via the swing simulator. With the ninth tee located just steps away, fans can watch the best in the world take on the long par 3, then try to hit it closer on the simulator!
While you’re there, don’t forget to grab the signature cocktail of the TOUR Championship, The Shamrock, made with Black Cherry Dasani Sparkling Water. #refreshing