When does the 2026 Players Championship start?

The 2026 Players Championship starts on Thursday, March 12 at 12:00 PM UTC and concludes on Sunday, March 15 at TPC Sawgrass.

What pool formats are available for The Players?

Clubpicks offers two formats for Players Championship pools: A $50,000 salary cap format where you build your team within budget, and a tier-based system where you select one golfer from each of six predetermined tiers.

How does scoring work?

Scoring updates live during tournament play. Players earn or lose points based on their strokes relative to par. Cut line penalties and bonus points for tournament placement may apply depending on your pool settings.

The Players Championship Pool

The Players Championship PoolMarch 12-15, 2026

Experience golf's "fifth major" at TPC Sawgrass. Create or join a pool and compete with friends as the best field in golf takes on the Island Green.

Live Scoring

Salary Cap Format

Tier System

Tournament Overview

The Players Championship returns to TPC Sawgrass, home of the iconic Island Green 17th hole. With the strongest field in golf and a massive purse, it's widely considered the unofficial fifth major.

Defending Champion

Scottie Scheffler made history in 2024 by becoming the first player to ever defend their title at The Players Championship.

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The Players Championship PoolMarch 12-15, 2026

Tournament Overview

Defending Champion

Other Major Tournaments

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PGA Championship

U.S. Open

The Open Championship

Course

Pool Formats

Salary Cap

Tier System

How It Works

Create Your Pool

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