The world of professional golf turns its eyes to the Far East today as the LIV Golf Hong Kong tournament kicks off at the historic Hong Kong Golf Club at Fanling. Running from March 7-9, 2025, this marquee event marks the third stop on the 2025 LIV Golf schedule, bringing together some of the sport’s biggest names for a high-stakes, 54-hole showdown. With a $25 million purse on the line—$4 million for the individual winner and $3 million split among the top team—this tournament promises fierce competition and electrifying moments.
The LIV Golf Hong Kong field features a roster of golf’s elite, including defending LIV Golf champions like Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, and Brooks Koepka, alongside fan favorites such as Dustin Johnson, Phil Mickelson, and Cameron Smith. The event pits 13 teams of four players each in a unique format blending individual stroke play with team scoring, a hallmark of LIV Golf’s innovative approach. After thrilling performances in Riyadh (February 6-8) and Adelaide (February 14-16), players arrive in Hong Kong primed to battle on a course renowned for its tight fairways and strategic challenges.
“We’re thrilled to bring LIV Golf to Hong Kong, a vibrant global city with a rich golfing heritage,” said Greg Norman, CEO of LIV Golf. “This course tests every facet of a player’s game, and with our world-class field, fans are in for a treat from the first tee shot to the final putt.”
Nestled in Fanling, the Hong Kong Golf Club’s composite course—combining elements of its Eden, New, and Old layouts—offers a par-70, 6,710-yard test steeped in tradition. Having hosted the Hong Kong Open for over six decades, this venue challenges players with its undulating greens and tree-lined fairways, demanding precision and creativity. Today’s opening round begins at 12:15 PM local time (11:15 PM EST on March 6), with gates opening at 10:00 AM for spectators.
LIV Golf Hong Kong arrives as the Saudi-backed league continues to carve its niche in the golfing landscape, now in its third season after launching in 2022. With the PGA Tour’s Arnold Palmer Invitational and Puerto Rico Open underway in Orlando and Rio Grande respectively, March 7 marks a rare convergence of top-tier golf across rival circuits. While merger talks between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour remain unresolved, today’s tee-off underscores LIV’s growing international footprint, with events spanning nine countries in 2025 alone.
Fans worldwide can catch every shot live via LIV Golf’s streaming platform, LIV Golf+, with coverage starting at 11:00 PM EST on March 6 (12:00 PM HKT on March 7). In the U.S., select broadcasts will air on The CW Network, while international partners like Seven Network (Australia) and beIN Sports (Middle East) bring the action to local audiences. On-site tickets remain available, with single-day passes starting at HK$200 and premium hospitality packages offering exclusive views of the 18th green.
Beyond the hefty purse, LIV Golf Hong Kong contributes points toward the season-long Individual Championship and Team Championship races, culminating later in 2025. Last year’s Hong Kong event saw Joaquin Niemann edge out Sergio Garcia in a playoff, setting the stage for another dramatic finish. With the leaderboard reset and the Asian swing in full flow, today’s round could shake up the early-season standings.
Looking Ahead
Following Hong Kong, LIV Golf heads to Singapore (March 14-17) at Sentosa Golf Club, keeping the momentum rolling. Meanwhile, the PGA Tour continues its Florida swing this weekend, highlighting the sport’s packed spring calendar. For now, all eyes are on Fanling as golf’s rebels take center stage.