The Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club marked the inaugural mixed team event where the LPGA and PGA Tour collaborated for the first time in over a decade. The anticipation and excitement surrounding this distinctive tournament were evident, with top golfers from both tours joining forces to compete in a 54-hole event.
The tournament included various formats, such as scramble, alternate shot, and modified four-ball, adding an extra layer of thrill and challenge for the participating teams. The winning pair of Lydia Ko and Jason Day emerged victorious, posting an impressive 26-under total to clinch the victory.
With a total prize purse of $4 million, the prize money payout for the top finishers offered a substantial end-of-the-year bonus. The breakdown for each team is outlined as follows:
1. Lydia Ko/Jason Day – $1,000,000 ($500,000 each)
2. Brooke Henderson/Corey Conners – $560,000 ($280,000 each)
3. Madeline Sagstrom/Ludvig Aberg – $330,000 ($165,000 each)
T-4. Megan Khang/Denny McCarthy – $232,500 ($116,250 each)
T-4. Nelly Korda/Tony Finau – $232,500 ($116,250 each)
T-6. Leona Maguire/Lucas Glover – $185,000 ($92,500 each)
T-6. Lexi Thompson/Rickie Fowler – $185,000 ($92,500 each)
8. Rungon Yin/Nick Taylor – $170,000 ($85,000 each)
T-9. Rose Zhang/Sahith Theegala – $153,500 ($76,667 each)
T-9. Lilia Vu/Joel Dahmen – $153,500 ($76,667 each)
T-9. Charley Hull/Justin Rose – $153,500 ($76,667 each)
12. Celine Boutier/Harris English – $140,000 ($70,000 each)
13. Mel Reid/Russell Henley – $135,000 ($67,500 each)
T-14. Allison Corpuz/Cameron Champ – $127,500 ($63,750 each)
T-14. Alison Lee/Billy Horschel – $127,500 ($63,750 each)
16. Cheynne Knight/Tom Hoge – $120,000 ($60,000 each)
The culmination of the Grant Thornton Invitational not only demonstrated the competitive nature and talent of the players but also underscored the significance of collaboration between the LPGA and PGA Tour. The success of this event paves the way for future joint initiatives, further enhancing the overall golfing experience for players and fans alike.