News Summary
The ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic has commenced at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club, featuring a $4 million purse and significant FedEx Cup points for golfers. With 132 players in contention, including defending champion Chris Gotterup, the tournament promises thrilling competition leading up to the PGA Championship. Attendees can enjoy various activities and live music while benefiting from family-friendly policies. The event highlights the growing impact of sports tourism in South Carolina and its potential economic benefits for the region.
Myrtle Beach, SC – The ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic has officially kicked off at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club, running from Thursday to Sunday with a total purse of $4 million. The tournament not only promises significant financial rewards for its competitors but also offers points crucial for the FedEx Cup rankings and exemptions on the PGA Tour, with the winning golfer receiving 300 FedEx Cup points along with a two-year exemption.
This year’s event features a field of 132 players, including the defending champion, Chris Gotterup. The tournament is expected to provide thrilling competitions as players gear up for the PGA Championship following this significant event.
Among the notable attendees are South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and Lt. Governor Pamela Evette, who underscored the economic and promotional importance of the classic for Myrtle Beach and the state at large. The governor highlighted the event’s potential to boost sports tourism, which has been on the rise in South Carolina.
Prominent figures from the entertainment world have also joined the fun, with celebrities like actors Kevin Costner, Kurt Russell, and Vanna White participating in the festivities, further elevating the event’s profile.
For fans wishing to attend, the venue will open at 6:30 a.m. from Wednesday to Friday, and at 7 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, with tee-off times commencing at 6:50 a.m. and 7 a.m. respectively. Tickets are digital and must be purchased online through Ticketmaster; physical confirmations or screenshots will not be accepted.
Families will benefit from the event’s policy allowing children aged 15 and under to enter free with a paying adult. Additional perks include complimentary tickets for first responders and military personnel for practice rounds, along with a 25% discount on further purchases.
Parking is available at $20 per day at the former Myrtle Square Mall site, with payment options strictly online or on-site as cash is not accepted. Shuttle buses will be operational to ferry spectators from the parking area to the course.
To ensure a safe and pleasant experience, specific items are prohibited outside the venue. These include bags exceeding 6″x6″, glass containers, laptops, pets, and flash photography.
Television viewers can tune in to The Golf Channel for live coverage, which will air from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursday and Friday, with additional coverage from 3 to 5 p.m. over the weekend.
The entertainment aspect of the classic is augmented by live music performances, featuring The Chairmen of the Board on Thursday, and Tyler Hubbard taking the stage on Saturday after play has concluded.
General admission has been expanded to include standing-room viewing behind the 18th green along with additional merchandise areas, enhancing the fan experience significantly.
The course at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club features Champion ultra dwarf bermudagrass greens, which are overseeded with rye rough, aiming for optimal playing conditions with green speeds anticipated between 11.5-12′ on the Stimpmeter depending on the day’s climate.
As the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic unfolds, it is poised to remain a key milestone in the golfing calendar, highlighting the significance of sports events to local economies and the broader landscape of professional golf.
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Additional Resources
- WMBF News: ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic Guide
- Wikipedia: PGA Tour
- Myrtle Beach Online: Local News Article
- Google Search: ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic
- CBS Sports: Myrtle Beach Classic Predictions
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Golf
- Betfair: Myrtle Beach Classic Form Guide
- Google News: Myrtle Beach Classic
