Hero World Challenge 2025 Location

The Hero World Golf Challenge 2025 will take place at Albany Golf Club, located on New Providence Island in the Bahamas. The club is part of a plush resort community with sea views, ocean breezes, and lush green surroundings. The Albany Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course with a par of 72. There are five par-5 holes and five par-3 holes, while the remaining holes are par-4. Dunes, water, and bunkers can be challenging, while the fairways can be firm, fast, and unpredictable. The course includes a popular clubhouse named "NINETEEN", which consists of a golf shop, an 18-seat media room, and a grill room with outdoor seating. There is also a fully equipped advanced swing analysis centre known as “The Shed”.

The Bahamas in December is usually mild and tropical with slightly cooler mornings and evenings. A good clothing option is a performance polo shirts in a light or pastel shade, and a thin quarter-zip golf midlayer for those cooler bits of the day. Golf shorts or trousers in neutral colours such as white, sage, or grey are also a good choice. Don’t forget to carry a water-resistant golf jacket. As for footwear, go for spikeless and breathable golf shoes.

Hero World Challenge 2025 Schedule

This year, the event will take place from December 4, 2025 to December 7, 2025. Here is the breakdown of the Hero World Challenge 2025 dates:

1. Monday – 1 December (Practice Day)

• Players play practice rounds on Monday. All sessions are closed, no entry for the public. 

• Private training is also conducted on this day.

2. Tuesday – 2 December (Amateur Outing)

• Tuesday is an Amateur Outing where selected amateurs and sponsored players play together. 

• This is also closed to the public.

3. Wednesday – 3 December (Official Pro-Am Day)

• This is the official Pro-Am day, where professionals and invited amateurs play together. 

• This is invitation-only, and the public is not allowed.

4. Thursday – 4 December (Round 1)

• The tournament officially starts on Thursday.

• Gates open at 10:00 am.

• Players tee off in the morning wave according to the pairing sheet. Spectators can shuttle in from Baha Mar to Albany.

• TV coverage on GOLF Channel: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM EST

5. Friday – 5 December (Round 2 + Evening Event)

• Friday is the second round.

• Gates open at 10:00 am.

• Players play in order of the leaderboard.

• Spectators have full access, but some sections are reserved for hospitality pass holders only.

• Evening is an exclusive Beach Party / India Nite event for guests only.

• TV broadcast on GOLF Channel: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM EST

6. Saturday – 6 December (Round 3 – Moving Day)

• Saturday is Round 3, known as “Moving Day” in golf, where players try to solidify their positions on the Hero World Challenge 2025 Golf Leaderboard.

• Gates open at 10:30 am.

• Tee-times are based on cumulative scores from Rounds 1 and 2.

• The food courts, merchandise areas, and premium viewing zones are open for spectators depending on their ticket type.

• GOLF Channel 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM EST, then NBC 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM EST

7. Sunday – 7 December (Final Round)

• Sunday is the final day of the tournament.

• Gates open at 10:00 am.

• Pairings are based on the leaderboard, with the leaders teeing off last.

• GOLF Channel broadcasts from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. EST, followed by NBC from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST.

• After the final putt, the winner is announced, and the trophy ceremony takes place.

• The “Sundowners” closing event begins after 4:30 p.m. and is open only to EIGHTEEN badge holders and hospitality guests.

Source: Hero World Challenge 2025, 2025 PGA Tour - Hero World Challenge, Hero World Challenge 2025 - PGA TOUR Golf Leaderboard

Hero World Challenge 2025 Tickets

Book your Hero World Challenge Golf tickets according to these categories: 

1. Grounds Ticket (General Admission Pass)

If you just want to attend as a spectator, the Grounds Ticket is a perfect choice. This ticket gets you access to all public viewing areas, fairways, greenside areas, and general viewing spots where you can watch the pros up close. The listed price for a Grounds Pass is $120 per day.

2. EIGHTEEN Hospitality Package

This package offers more comfort, pavilion near the 18th green, premium seating, climate-controlled areas, elevated viewing points, food and beverage service. The price for this package is not listed; contact the organizers, like Ticketmaster US and Vivid Seats, for pricing.

3. Inside-the-Ropes Experience

This is one of the most exclusive options. You can walk alongside a pro pairing from tee to green, see every shot, club decision, and strategy from just a few feet away. The package also includes two guest credentials (you and a companion), EIGHTEEN pavilion hospitality, and a photo with your pro pairing. The offer is limited, as inside-the-ropes access is very exclusive. Contact the organizers for prices.

4. Pro-Am or Full VIP Package

The Pro-Am or Full VIP package covers the entire tournament week experience, including practice rounds, amateur days, Pro-Am, hospitality, VIP seating, and possibly inside-the-ropes. From Monday's practice rounds through to Sunday's lingering hospitality, you can enjoy VIP access depending on your chosen level. Visit the Hero World Challenge website for pricing and get in touch directly to find out more.

Source: Tickets, Hospitality and Golf, Hero World Challenge 2025, Hero World Challenge Tickets at Albany Golf Course

Hero World Challenge 2025 Payout

The total purse for the PGA Tour Hero World Challenge 2025 is $5,000,000, with the winner receiving $1,000,000. The breakdown for the top finishers is: 2nd place ~$600,000, 3rd place ~$400,000, 4th place ~$300,000, 5th place ~$250,000, and 6th place ~$220,000. There are only 20 players in the field, so there is no cut, and every player earns some money. 

Source: Wiki: Hero World Challenge, Hero World Challenge 2025

Hero World Challenge 2025 Players

The 2025 Hero World Challenge field is 20 players. Their names are listed below:

• Hideki Matsuyama (Japan) — past champion

• Scottie Scheffler (USA) – world number one defending champion 

• Chris Gotterup (USA) – 2025 Scottish Open champion, Hero World Challenge debut.

• J.J. Spaun (USA) – 2025 U.S. Open champion, playing Hero World Challenge for the first time.

• Jordan Spieth (USA) — included via tournament exemption

• Billy Horschel (USA) — included via tournament exemption

• Akshay Bhatia (USA) — included via tournament exemption in the 2025 fieldRobert MacIntyre (Scotland) 

• Aaron Rai (England) — added to the 2025 field as a replacement

• Harris English (USA) 

• Keegan Bradley (USA) 

• Corey Conners (Canada)

• Wyndham Clark (USA)

• Brian Harman (USA)

• Cameron Young (USA)

• Sam Burns (USA) 

• Justin Rose (England) 

• Sepp Straka (Austria) 

• Andrew Novak (USA)

• Alex Noren (Sweden)

Tiger Woods won’t play this year because of his back surgery, but he will be included in the tournament as a host. 

Source: Hero World Challenge Player Field 2025, Hero World Challenge 2025 full field, Wiki: Hero World Challenge