Palm Beach is one of Florida’s most stunning locations. Internationally known as the site of some of America’s most stunning homes, with gigantic mansions and estates home to some of the country’s wealthiest citizens, Palm Beach is a South Florida paradise. It has incredible white sand beaches, boutique shops, and trendy upscale restaurants, but one of the big reasons for its enduring appeal is the top-notch golf courses and country clubs. These are some of the most dazzling in the nation, and while Palm Beach’s residents get to enjoy the courses throughout the year, they also play host to some significant golf events. One of these events is The Honda Classic.
The Honda Classic is a yearly event on the PGA Tour, typically played in late winter following the tour’s West Coast Swing. This year, The Honda Classic will be played from February 21st to February 27th and will feature many of the most talented golfers on the planet going head-to-head at one of golf’s most beautiful courses.
This year’s iteration of The Honda Classic will be the 50th anniversary, with the tournament beginning in 1972. The tournament had a strong early history, attracting top talent, including Jack Nicklaus, who won twice. However, the tournament hopped from location to location over the years and struggled to attract top talent until 2007, when it settled in its current location. Since then, it has been won by big names like Rory Mcllroy, Adam Scott, Rickie Fowler, and Justin Thomas.
The tournament will consist of 144 players competing in a 72-hole stroke play event. The overall purse is $8 million, divided up between the players who perform best. The tournament winner will receive $1,444,000, a huge cut of the prize money that ensures the effort of the players present. They will also receive 500 FedEx Cup Points.
The event also has a great cause behind it. While the tournament makes for an exciting show and is one of the best events on the PGA Tour, the true mission of The Honda Classic is to give back to the community. The Honda Classic contributes a large portion of the funds from the tournament to the Children’s Healthcare Charity. Net proceeds from the event are donated through Children’s Healthcare Charity to various South Florida organizations.
The Honda Classic has taken place since 2007 at the PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens. This is a famed spot that has played host to tournaments from the Ryder Cup to the PGA Championship and is now the present and future of The Honda Classic. The resort is a massive compound with five championship 18-hole golf courses, including The Champion, the most famous of them all, and the course where The Honda Classic is held. The Champion was designed by George and Tom Fazio and redesigned by Jack Nicklaus. The resort also includes nine restaurants and lounges, a 40,000-square-foot spa, a 33,000-square foot health center, and 19 tennis courts.
The Honda Classic is more than just an opportunity to watch some great golfers compete in one of the most esteemed courses in the country. It will also provide a top-notch fan experience at the various concessions, restaurants, and bars present: the Corona Premier Clubhouse, Tito’s Stillhouse Lounge, and U.S Polo Assn. Champagne Lounge are just some of the many great adult-friendly areas at The Honda Classic.
There are also great family-friendly aspects that make The Honda Classic perfect for the young ones. Kids 15 and under are admitted for free with a ticketed adult, and there’s a lot for them to enjoy. There are two nights of fireworks, the Nicklaus Neighborhood, which has great family-friendly amenities, and the Kids and Autograph Zones. People of all ages will find something to enjoy at The Honda Classic.
The Honda Classic is one of the great PGA Tour events. With an impeccable Palm Beach location, it is perfect for the golf fan looking to vacation somewhere spectacular while still enjoying a showcase of the game’s top talent. Tickets are available online, with Weekly Grounds Tickets on sale for $180. This will be a can’t miss event for attendees of any age at one of the premier golfing destinations in the country. Tickets sell fast, so move quickly.
