Welcome to CaddyBytes' complete guide to the 2025 Hero World Challenge field. This prestigious tournament hosted by Tiger Woods at Albany in the Bahamas brings together some of the world's top golfers for an exciting competition. The limited field event provides an intimate look at elite golf with all players competing for the title.
Below you'll find the complete field of players competing in the 2025 Hero World Challenge, sorted alphabetically by last name. Each player card includes a brief profile and space to add their caddie's name. World rankings are current as of the tournament announcement.
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Keegan Bradley
World Ranking: 11
Keegan Bradley is a five-time PGA Tour winner, best known for his victory at the 2011 PGA Championship. Known for his unique pre-shot routine and putting style, Bradley has been a consistent presence on leaderboards throughout his career.
Sam Burns
World Ranking: 22
Sam Burns has quickly established himself as one of the PGA Tour's rising stars with multiple victories. Known for his powerful driving and excellent putting, the Louisiana native continues to climb the world rankings with consistent performances.
Patrick Cantlay
World Ranking: 21
Patrick Cantlay is a FedEx Cup champion and multiple PGA Tour winner known for his deliberate pace of play and excellent ball-striking. The California native has been a consistent presence at the top of leaderboards in major championships and PGA Tour events.
Wyndham Clark
World Ranking: 27
Wyndham Clark broke through with his first major championship victory at the 2023 U.S. Open. Known for his powerful game and aggressive style, Clark has established himself as one of golf's emerging talents with multiple PGA Tour victories.
Corey Conners
World Ranking: 24
Corey Conners is one of Canada's top golfers, known for his exceptional ball-striking and consistency. The former NCAA standout has multiple PGA Tour victories and has represented Canada in international team competitions.
Harris English
World Ranking: 10
Harris English is a multiple-time PGA Tour winner who has enjoyed a career resurgence in recent years. The Georgia native is known for his consistent all-around game and has represented the United States in the Ryder Cup.
Chris Gotterup
World Ranking: 26
Chris Gotterup is one of golf's promising young talents, transitioning successfully from collegiate golf to the professional ranks. The former Haskins Award winner has shown flashes of his potential in early professional starts.
Brian Harman
World Ranking: 28
Brian Harman is a multiple-time PGA Tour winner best known for his dominant victory at the 2023 Open Championship. The left-handed golfer is known for his gritty competitiveness and excellent short game.
Robert MacIntyre
World Ranking: 9
Robert MacIntyre is one of Scotland's top golfers, known for his left-handed swing and competitive spirit. The talented player has performed well in major championships and has represented Europe in the Ryder Cup.
Hideki Matsuyama
World Ranking: 16
Hideki Matsuyama made history as the first Japanese male golfer to win a major championship with his victory at the 2021 Masters. Known for his excellent ball-striking and focused demeanor, Matsuyama has multiple PGA Tour victories.
Justin Rose
World Ranking: 12
Justin Rose is a major champion and former World No. 1 who has enjoyed a long and successful career. The English golfer is known for his smooth swing and consistent performances across multiple decades on tour.
Scottie Scheffler
World Ranking: 1
Scottie Scheffler is the current World No. 1 and a Masters champion known for his incredible ball-striking and consistency. The Texas native has dominated the PGA Tour with multiple victories and has established himself as golf's top player.
Xander Schauffele
World Ranking: 3
Xander Schauffele is an Olympic gold medalist and multiple-time PGA Tour winner known for his consistency in major championships. The California native has been a fixture in the world top 10 and has represented the United States in multiple team competitions.
J.J. Spaun
World Ranking: 7
J.J. Spaun is a PGA Tour winner who has steadily climbed the world rankings with consistent performances. Known for his solid all-around game, Spaun has become a regular contender on the PGA Tour.
Sepp Straka
World Ranking: 13
Sepp Straka is an Austrian-born golfer who plays under the American flag and has multiple PGA Tour victories. Known for his powerful game, Straka has become a consistent presence on leaderboards and has represented Europe in the Ryder Cup.
Justin Thomas
World Ranking: 5
Justin Thomas is a two-time PGA Championship winner and former World No. 1 known for his exceptional iron play and competitive fire. The Kentucky native has multiple PGA Tour victories and has been a key member of United States Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup teams.
Tournament Exemption 1
World Ranking: TBA
One of three tournament exemptions yet to be announced for the 2025 Hero World Challenge. These spots are typically awarded to players who have shown exceptional recent form or have special connections to the tournament.
Tournament Exemption 2
World Ranking: TBA
One of three tournament exemptions yet to be announced for the 2025 Hero World Challenge. These spots are typically awarded to players who have shown exceptional recent form or have special connections to the tournament.
Tournament Exemption 3
World Ranking: TBA
One of three tournament exemptions yet to be announced for the 2025 Hero World Challenge. These spots are typically awarded to players who have shown exceptional recent form or have special connections to the tournament.
Cameron Young
World Ranking: 20
Cameron Young is one of golf's most promising young talents, known for his incredible power off the tee. The Wake Forest product has been a consistent contender in major championships early in his career and has quickly established himself on the PGA Tour.