Monday Playoff Showdown: McIlroy vs. Spaun at 2025 Players Championship

The much-anticipated conclusion of the 2025 Players Championship was originally scheduled for Sunday. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, a thrilling Monday playoff between Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun is now set for March 17 at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Here’s the complete guide on how to catch the playoff action, including full TV coverage, streaming details, and the official start time.

Sunday saw an unfortunate hours-long interruption caused by rain and lightning during midday. Despite this setback, the dedicated players managed to finish their rounds at TPC Sawgrass. Yet, the championship cup remains unclaimed, as both the World No. 2 golfer, Rory McIlroy, and J.J. Spaun ended their rounds tied at 12 under par. With darkness encroaching on the Stadium Course, the decision was made to defer the playoff until Monday morning.

The playoff format for this year’s Players Championship will be a three-hole aggregate. McIlroy and Spaun will battle it out on the 16th, 17th, and 18th holes at TPC Sawgrass, with the lowest combined score determining the winner of the coveted title and a hefty $4.5 million prize. Should the match remain tied after the 18th hole, they’ll proceed to a sudden-death playoff on the par-3 17th hole.

For fans eager to watch, coverage of the Monday playoff at the 2025 Players Championship will be broadcast live on Golf Channel starting at 9 a.m. ET. Additionally, Peacock will offer a live simulcast of the Golf Channel’s coverage, ensuring you won’t miss a moment of the action-packed playoff.