The 2025 Baycurrent Classic is set to take place October 9-12, 2025 at Yokohama Country Club in Yokohama, Japan, as part of the PGA Tour’s FedExCup Fall Series. The tournament has been rebranded from the Zozo Championship after Baycurrent, a Tokyo-based consulting firm, became title sponsor.
Field and storylines
The field for 2025 includes several high-profile names and Ryder Cup participants. Among those highlighted are Wyndham Clark, Tony Finau, Max Homa, Billy Horschel, Rasmus Højgaard, Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele, Hideki Matsuyama, and Adam Scott. The defending champion is Nico Echavarría, who captured the title in 2024 when the event was still known as the Zozo Championship.
Yokohama Country Club features a composite layout combining holes from its East and West courses (16 holes from the West course, and 2 from the East), challenging players with a mix of shotmaking and strategic demands.
Schedule and Tee Times
- Practice Day: Tuesday, October 7 (open for practice)
- Round 1 (Thursday, Oct 9), Round 2 (Friday, Oct 10), Round 3 (Saturday, Oct 11), Final Round (Sunday, Oct 12)
Exact tee times for all rounds are typically released closer to the event. The tournament website lists the structure of rounds and practice days.
Broadcast & Viewing Schedule
Because of the time difference, the Baycurrent Classic airs late night in the U.S. Here’s how to watch:
TV (Golf Channel)
- Wednesday, Oct 8: 11:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. ET
- Thursday, Oct 9: 11:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. ET
- Friday, Oct 10: 11:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. ET
- Saturday, Oct 11: 11:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. ET
Note: There’s no listed Golf Channel coverage for Sunday morning in U.S. time, but weekend rounds will still be covered in Japan’s prime hours.
Streaming & Online
- NBCSports.com / NBC Sports App: Live simulcast of the Golf Channel telecasts is available via these
- No ESPN+ coverage: This event is unavailable on ESPN+ for the 2025 Baycurrent Classic.
The Baycurrent Classic remains the PGA Tour’s signature event in Japan, and the 2025 edition continues that tradition. It gives U.S.-based players exposure in Asia, expands the tour’s global reach, and offers Fall Series points and prize money that can be pivotal for players looking to improve their status heading into 2026.
Moreover, the new sponsor and rebranding signal a continued commitment to Japan as a key market for the PGA Tour.
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