The American Express 2025 Kicks Off With Rising Stars and Challenging Courses

Teen phenom Blades Brown makes his pro debut as PGA Tour veterans face revamped courses in La Quinta, California.

The American Express 2025 tournament begins January 16, featuring three courses: La Quinta Country Club, the Jack Nicklaus Tournament Course, and the Pete Dye Stadium Course.
Renovations to the Stadium Course include restored bunker shapes and adjusted green dimensions, increasing the challenge for players.
Teen sensation Blades Brown, 17, makes his professional debut, following a historic amateur career, including becoming the youngest U.S. Amateur medalist in 2023.
Justin Thomas seeks to break a two-year winless streak, leveraging his strong past performance at La Quinta, where he finished 27-under in 2024.
The tournament continues its tradition of community impact, having contributed over $66 million to Coachella Valley non-profits since its inception.