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LPGA Pros to Compete in Capital One's The Match for the First Time

Rose Zhang and Lexi Thompson join PGA stars Max Homa and Rory McIlroy in a historic mixed competition.

  • For the first time, two LPGA pros, Rose Zhang and Lexi Thompson, will compete in Capital One's The Match, pairing with PGA stars Max Homa and Rory McIlroy.
  • The event is known for its entertaining banter among players, with past editions featuring memorable moments from golf legends.
  • The ninth edition of The Match will be broadcast live on TNT, TruTV, HLN, and available for streaming, featuring a mixed golf competition under the lights.
  • Tiger Woods's history with The Match highlighted, including his rivalry with Phil Mickelson and his return to the event after a major car crash.
  • The charity event will use a skins match format, with all players competing to raise money for charity, teeing off from the same box on par-3 holes.
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