The highly anticipated 2024 Paris Olympics men’s golf final is set to captivate fans worldwide on Sunday. At the pinnacle of the leaderboard, Xander Schauffele of the United States and Jon Rahm of Spain will vie for Olympic gold, both beginning their final rounds at 6:39 a.m. ET. Joining them in this coveted final grouping is Great Britain's Tommy Fleetwood, ensuring a thrilling competition among golf's elite.
While Schauffele and Rahm are in a tight race for the top, other notable competitors will tee off earlier, each with their eyes set on climbing the leaderboard. Rory McIlroy, the celebrated Northern Irish golfer, will start his final push at 6:28 a.m., playing alongside Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama and Denmark’s Nicolai Højgaard. This group promises a blend of experience and rising talent, making for an intriguing watch.
U.S. golfer Scottie Scheffler will initiate his final round at 6:17 a.m., partnered with South Korea’s Tom Kim and Belgium’s Thomas Detry. Scheffler, known for his steady play, will look to leverage his consistency to move up the standings.
The early hours of Sunday will witness the start of the final rounds for several groups. Camilo Villegas and France's own Matthieu Pavon will tee off at 3 a.m., followed closely by Mito Pereira of Chile, Thailand’s Phachara Khongwatmai, and China's Yechun Yuan at 3:11 a.m. Keeping the momentum going, 3:33 a.m. will see Kristoffer Ventura from Norway, Poland’s Adrian Meronk, and Argentina’s Emiliano Grillo begin their rounds.
Mid-Morning Action
As the morning progresses, more formidable names take the stage. At 5:06 a.m., Ryan Fox from New Zealand, America’s Collin Morikawa, and Mexico’s Carlos Ortiz will embark on their rounds. Fifteen minutes later, at 5:17 a.m., Stephan Jaeger (Germany), Wyndham Clark (USA), and Shane Lowry (Ireland) will tee off, bringing their distinctive styles and strategies to the course.
Alejandro Tosti (Argentina), C.T. Pan (Taiwan), and Matteo Manassero (Italy) will follow with their starts at 5:33 a.m. Shortly after, at 5:44 a.m., Erik van Rooyen of South Africa, South Korea’s Byeong Hun An, and Canada’s Corey Conners will begin their final 18 holes.
Key Groupings and Notable Starts
As the clock hits 6:06 a.m., Sweden’s Ludvig Aberg, Australia’s Jason Day, and Chile’s Joaquin Niemann will take their turns at Le Golf National, aiming to secure strong finishes. The challenging course in Paris has been a battleground showcasing profound golfing talent throughout the Olympic tournament.
Le Golf National, renowned for its demanding layout and stunning landscape, has been the perfect venue for these Olympic games. The competitors have been tested on every front, from precision in their short game to the power and accuracy of their drives. This Sunday, it all culminates in what promises to be a riveting finale to the men’s golf event at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Golf enthusiasts are in for an extraordinary treat as the athletes display their prowess and mental fortitude one last time on this grand stage. With so many golfers clustered near the top of the leaderboard, the final round is set up for dramatic swings and potentially unforgettable moments in Olympic golf history.