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Sepp Straka and Shane Lowry currently lead the pack as we head into the nail-biting final round of the PGA Tour’s Truist Championship, taking place at the stunning Philadelphia Cricket Club.
Truist Championship: The Thrill of the Game
With an impressive score of 14-under-par, Straka and Lowry enjoy a comfortable three-shot cushion over fierce competitors Keith Mitchell and Justin Thomas after 54 holes. Meanwhile, Hideki Matsuyama is hot on their heels at 10-under-par.
The defending champion and reigning Masters champion, Rory McIlroy, finds himself in a tie for sixth at 8-under, proving that the stakes couldn’t be higher.
This year, the Truist Championship takes place in the vibrant city of Philadelphia while its usual site, Quail Hollow in Charlotte, North Carolina, readies itself for the upcoming PGA Championship – set to kick off later this week.
Watching the Excitement Unfold
Don’t miss a moment of the action! The final round of the Truist Championship will be live on both Golf Channel and CBS.
Broadcast Details
Sunday, May 11:
- TV: Golf Channel, CBS
- Time: 1-3 p.m. ET (Golf Channel), 3-6 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Streaming: Paramount+, ESPN+, Fubo
A Glimpse into the Prize Money Landscape for 2025
The Truist Championship boasts a staggering total purse of $20 million. Here’s how the prize pool is divvied up:
2025 Prize Money Breakdown
- Winner: $3.6 million
- 2nd Place: $2.16 million
- 3rd Place: $1.36 million
- 4th Place: $960,000
- 5th Place: $800,000
- 6th Place: $720,000
- 7th Place: $670,000
- 8th Place: $620,000
- Remaining Positions: Decreasing amounts down to $36,000 for the 72nd position
This distribution not only rewards the champion but also provides substantial incentives for players throughout the field, enhancing the competitive spirit and thrilling the spectators.
As the final round approaches, everyone is on the edge of their seats. Who will take home the coveted title and the grand prize? Stay tuned to find out!