2025 Valspar Championship: Tee Times and Major Players Set for Action

PALM HARBOR, Florida — The 2025 Valspar Championship begins March 20 at the Copperhead Course at Innisbrook Resort, featuring a competitive field determined to make a mark. Headlining the championship is three-time major champion Jordan Spieth, who has shown promising results after offseason surgery.

Spieth, who is aiming for his first title of the season, has secured two top-10 finishes in five events, including a T4 at the WM Phoenix Open. ‘A victory here would give me a lot of confidence moving forward,’ Spieth said during a press conference. ‘I feel good and excited to compete.’

The tournament promises thrilling encounters with a robust competition field that features World No. 3 Justin Thomas, who teed off with Spieth at 1:23 p.m. ET on Thursday. Justin commented, ‘Innisbrook always brings out the best in me, and I’m looking forward to playing alongside my good friend, Jordan.’

Fans can catch the opening round live on the Golf Channel from 2-6 p.m. ET, or stream online starting at 7:30 a.m. ET. The first round will include a diverse mix of players battling it out for a chance to win the prestigious title.

The complete list of Thursday’s tee times includes notable competitors such as:

• 7:35 a.m. — Danny Willett, Rico Hoey, Chandler Phillips
• 1:01 p.m. — K.H. Lee, Aaron Baddeley, Alex Smalley
• 1:45 p.m. — Jake Knapp, Viktor Hovland, Cameron Young
• 2:24 p.m. — Alejandro Tosti, Jesper Svensson, Luke Clanton

As the first round unfolds, contenders will need to strategize on the 7,340-yard course known for its challenging layout, particularly the infamous Snake Pit consisting of holes 16, 17, and 18.

Current champion Peter Malnati is also making his return, aiming to defend his title amid the star-studded lineup. The momentum is high as players set their sights on one of the Tour’s well-regarded events.