The thrilling LIV Golf 2025 event, held at the prestigious Hong Kong Golf Club, continues to be the talk of the sports world. The Saudi-based promotion is on its third leg and is once again drawing golf enthusiasts from around the globe. This year, much like the last, the tournament has seen a surge in viewership and attendance, highlighting its ongoing exponential growth.
In the previous season, the event was a stage for Abraham Ancer’s awe-inspiring performance as he seized the title, leaving spectators in awe. However, this time around, the narrative has taken an intriguing turn, with the Crushers GC potentially topping the team leaderboard, courtesy of a strong performance by Bryson DeChambeau and his team.
As the first round of the tournament concluded, Paul Casey emerged as the frontrunner, with Bryson DeChambeau not far behind at the T8 position. The golfers scored -7 and -4, respectively, setting the stage for a fiercely contested second round. Charles Howell III is also in striking distance with a -3. There’s a palpable sense of anticipation in the air as both the Crushers GC and Joaquin Niemann’s Torque GC stand neck-to-neck at -12 at the end of day one.
As we prepare for the penultimate round of LIV Golf Hong Kong, the stakes are higher than ever. Golfers aiming for the top need to seize the moment in the second round or risk being out of the title contention by the grand finale on Sunday. It’s a nail-biting competition with exciting possibilities.
The second day of the event is poised to start at 11:00 P.M. (EST), akin to the first round. Fox Sports 1 and Fox Sports 2 will share the broadcasting duties. The first hour of the tournament, from 11:00 P.M. to midnight (EST), will air on FS1, with the rest of the event continuing on FS2.
LIV Golf operates in a unique shotgun format, meaning all pairings tee off concurrently. DeChambeau is slated to kick off the second round alongside Henrik Stenson and Sam Horsfield from the fourth hole. All three golfers are tied at T8 with 4-under par 68s each.
Meanwhile, current leader Paul Casey will begin his second round with Sebastian Munoz and Peter Uihlein from Hole 1. The complete tee schedule has been released by LIV Golf Communications, making it easier for fans to track their favorite golfers.
As the second round begins, speculation is rife about who might emerge victorious. Can Bryson DeChambeau continue his strong performance and clinch the title this year? Despite sitting at T8 on the leaderboard, just as he did in the 2024 season, DeChambeau still has two rounds to strive for a tournament win.
Last year’s champion, Abraham Ancer, is currently at T43 with a 1-over par 73, making his chances of defending his title slim unless he manages a flawless second round.
However, all eyes are on Paul Casey, who currently enjoys a 2-stroke lead over the field, thanks to a flawless first round and a spectacular 13th-hole eagle. After finishing at T2 in 2024, Casey is determined to improve his record in this year’s LIV Golf Hong Kong. Jon Rahm, who is 6 strokes behind the leader, has a tough climb ahead to maintain his top 10 record.
As the tournament heats up, the excitement among players and spectators alike is palpable. Stay tuned for more thrilling updates from the 2025 LIV Golf Hong Kong event.