Scottie Scheffler's Absence Highlights PGA Tour Opener at Kapalua

The 2025 PGA Tour season begins with Xander Schauffele leading the field as Scheffler recovers from hand surgery.

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler withdrew from The Sentry after undergoing surgery to remove glass shards from his hand following a Christmas Day injury.
Xander Schauffele, ranked No. 2, enters the season opener as the top contender, following a career-defining year with two major championship victories.
Tom Hoge leads the first round at Kapalua with a 9-under 64, followed closely by Hideki Matsuyama and Will Zalatoris, who both shot 65.
The Sentry marks the start of the Ryder Cup qualification process, with players earning points based on their performance throughout the season.
This year's PGA Tour introduces a new structure, reducing full card retention to the top 100 players in the FedEx Cup standings and featuring eight high-stakes signature events.