Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top golfer and last year’s Player of the Year, will lead a talented lineup at The American Express tournament this weekend. The event, part of the PGA Tour, will take place at La Quinta Country Club in California’s Coachella Valley, marking the tour’s first American stop of the 2026 season.
Key Participants and Competition
Scheffler aims for his inaugural title at The American Express, following an impressive 2025 season that included victories at two major championships: the PGA Championship and The Open. The tournament will feature several high-ranking golfers, namely:
- No. 5 Russell Henley
- No. 6 Robert MacIntyre
- No. 8 Ben Griffin
- No. 10 Justin Rose
Overall, nine of the top 20 players in the world rankings will compete. Sepp Straka, who secured last year’s title with a remarkable minus-25 score, will also return to defend his championship.
Canadian Contenders
Six Canadian golfers are set to participate in this year’s tournament:
- Nick Taylor
- Taylor Pendrith
- Adam Svensson
- Mackenzie Hughes
- A.J. Ewart
- Sudarshan Yellamaraju
Pendrith, fresh off a sixth-place finish at the Sony Open last weekend, is a player to watch. Meanwhile, Taylor started strong in that event but finished tied for 13th after a final round of even par. Yellamaraju, a 24-year-old with roots in Winnipeg, made a notable debut by placing tied for 13th at nine-under in his first PGA Tour event. Both Hughes and Ewart will be making their season debuts at The American Express.
Broadcast Information
The tournament kicks off on Thursday, January 22, at 11:30 a.m. ET / 8:30 a.m. PT. Viewers can watch the Main Feed, which will feature golfers Jason Day and Alex Noren. Additional coverage throughout the afternoon will include:
- Featured Groups beginning at 12:15 p.m. ET / 9:15 a.m. PT, including Sahith Theegala
- Featured Holes (4, 13, 16, and 17) starting at 12:15 p.m. ET / 9:15 a.m. PT
- Marquee Group starting at 1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT, showcasing Brian Harman and Max Homa
Friday’s schedule mirrors that of Thursday, featuring Patrick Cantlay and Ben Griffin in the Main Feed. The weekend broadcasts will continue this structure, focusing on different players and marquee groups as they navigate the course. All feeds will be live-streamed via TSN+, allowing viewers to access multiple angles through TSN.ca and the TSN App.
Conclusion
The American Express promises thrilling golf action with top-tier competitors. Fans can look forward to watching their favorite golfers battle for the title as the 2026 PGA Tour season unfolds.
