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When do US golfers play? Tee times for Schauffele, Clark, Morikawa, Scheffler at 2024 Olympics in Paris
Golf’s first Olympic stage was at the second edition of the modern Games in Paris in 1900; it took a 112-years before making its return at the 2016 games.
Golf’s return to the Olympics in 2016, after a 112-year hiatus, added a fresh layer of excitement to the sport. The 2024 Paris Olympics promises to continue this trend, featuring a stellar lineup of U.S. golfers. The 2024 Olympics men’s golf competition in Paris will see top U.S. golfers Xander Schauffele, Wyndham Clark, Collin Morikawa, and Scottie Scheffler in action from August 1-4.
When are tee times for the American golfers at the Paris games?
Schauffele tees off at 5:55 a.m. ET, Clark at 3:44 a.m. ET. Morikawa hits the course at 6:06 a.m. ET, with Scheffler rounding out the lineup at 4:11 a.m. ET. These times are crucial for strategizing and preparing against a strong international field. Whole list of pairings and times for round 1 and 2, here.
The Olympic golf format is a 72-hole stroke play event over four days, with no cuts, ensuring every shot counts towards the ultimate goal: an Olympic medal. Schauffele, the defending Olympic champion, aims to replicate his Tokyo 2020 success, while Clark, Morikawa, and Scheffler seek their first Olympic accolades. The competition in Paris not only showcases individual brilliance but also strengthens the global appeal and reach of golf.
Le Golf National, renowned for hosting the 2018 Ryder Cup, offers a challenging layout with water hazards and strategic bunkering, testing the players’ precision and mental fortitude. As these American stars take to the course, they carry the hopes of a nation, aiming to write their names in Olympic history once again.