The ISCO Championship 2025 is set to unfold from Thursday, July 10 to Sunday, July 13, at the Hurstbourne Country Club in Louisville, Kentucky. This PGA Tour alternate-event, cosanctioned with the DP World Tour, offers critical opportunities for emerging and midtier pros to shine in the buildup to The Open Championship.
Where It’s Played?
This year’s tournament shifts to the Championship Course at Hurstbourne Country Club, marking its debut at the venue in 2025. The setup is a par-72 layout stretching around 7,328 yards, featuring tight par4s, smaller greens, and tree-lined fairways-perfect for strategic shot-making.
Schedule & Format
Practice and pro-am rounds are held Wednesday and earlier in the week, leading into Round 1 on Thursday, July 10, through Round 4 on Sunday, July 13. A standard 36-hole cut will reduce the field, with 300 FedExCup points awarded to the champion, though the event does not carry a Masters invitation.
How to Watch Live
Golf coverage begins Thursday and Friday at 4:00 PM ET on Golf Channel, continuing through Saturday and Sunday at the same time, with some Saturday broadcasts shared on the NBC Sports app.
U.S. fans can stream live action via the app throughout, while UK viewers can access Sky Sports Golf for evening coverage.
Field Highlights & Player News
Although top stars like Scheffler and McIlroy are at the Scottish Open, the ISCO field features a strong mix of PGA and DP World players. Notable entrants include Michael Thorbjornsen, the early betting favorite; seasoned veterans like Sean O’Hair, Camilo Villegas, and Fabian Gomez; plus eight sponsor exemptions for rising amateurs such as Miles Russell and Jackson Koivun. Last year’s champion Harry Hall will not defend, choosing the Scottish Open instead.
The ISCO Championship may fly under the radar compared to major Rolex events, but it offers dramatic storylines: amateurs facing pros, unexpected course debuts, and someone in line for a PGA Tour milestone-and a $720,000 winner’s check. This week, strategy and adaptability on tight fairways and small greens could define who grasps the trophy.
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