What does QBE mean in golf?
The QBE Shootout is a team golf event that takes place on the PGA Tour as an unofficial money event. It was originally played during the off-season, but now it is played during the wrap-around season's December break. QBE Shootout. Tournament information.
What is the PGA QBE Shootout?
As the premier PGA TOUR post-season event, The QBE Shootout is proud to enter its 34th year in 2022. Tiburón Golf Club was carved from 800 acres of prime Southwest Florida real estate. Its 36 holes reflect Greg Norman's appreciation for pristine natural settings and his passion for great golf.
What is QBE format?
The QBE Shootout format is a 54-hole event. The first round is a scramble, with the second round played under modified alternate shot and the final round being a four-ball competition. There is no cut. A sudden-death playoff to settle any ties after 54 holes will be played.
How are teams chosen for QBE Shootout?
12 two-person teams consisting of the top 24 professionals selected on the following basis: The defending champions, playing as a team. The top 12 available PGA TOUR players from the FedExCup Points List through the TOUR Championship. 10 special exemptions.
Who plays QBE Shootout?
The QBE Shootout will feature 11 of the top 50 ranked players in the world including #16 Harris English, #18 Sam Burns, #20 Billy Horschel, #28 Kevin Na, #29 Jason Kokrak, #33 Max Homa, #35 Marc Leishman, #36 Corey Conners, #37 Lee Westwood, #38 Kevin Kisner and #41 Ryan Palmer.
How many rounds is the QBE Shootout?
The event wasthree, 18-hole rounds with a different format each day. Round 1 was a scramble, round 2 was modified alternate shot and the final round was four-ball. The par-72 Gold course plays 7,382 yards.
Where is the QBE Shootout?
NaplesThe QBE Shootout, which is hosted by World Golf Hall of Fame member Greg Norman, is proud to enter its 33rd year and will be in Naples on December 8 - 12, 2021 at Tiburón Golf Club at The Ritz-Carlton Resort, Naples.
How many teams are in the QBE Shootout?
12-teamThe QBE Shootout field is headlined by Sam Burns, Billy Horschel, Jason Kokrak and Bubba Watson. This is a 24-player, 12-team, no-cut, limited-field event. Teams will play in different formats for each of three rounds. The event is unofficial on the PGA Tour schedule, considered a Challenge event.
What is the payout for the QBE Shootout?
The winner's share of the QBE Shootout prize pool is at $895,000 (split evenly between teammates), with the second-place finishers taking home $560,000.
Who sponsors the QBE Shootout?
The Mercedes-Benz dealers of Southwest FloridaThe Mercedes-Benz dealers of Southwest Florida are proud to sponsor the legendary QBE Shootout. Coming from a rich history of tradition and innovation, Mercedes-Benz combines luxury with performance across a full line of models.
Where is the QBE golf tournament?
The QBE Shootout, located at Tiburón Golf Club at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Fla., is one-of-a-kind competition featuring 24 of the world’s top professional golfers playing on two-man teams in a mixed-format of modified alternate shot, better ball, and scramble. The QBE Shootout, located at Tiburón Golf Club at The Ritz-Carlton Golf ...
Where is the QBE?
The QBE Shootout, located at Tiburón Golf Club at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Fla., is one-of-a-kind competition featuring 24 of the world’s top professional golfers playing on two-man teams in a mixed-format of modified alternate shot, better ball, and scramble.
One of our most important priorities is to offer a great experience for our spectators. Here are answers to some common questions for spectators planning to attend the QBE Shootout
One of our most important priorities is to offer a great experience for our spectators. Here are answers to some common questions for spectators planning to attend the QBE Shootout.
FAQs
The grounds ticket gives the holder access to the tournament grounds (golf course). It does not provide admission into the corporate hospitality areas or the clubhouse.
QBE Shootout final round preview
After two rounds of play, we’ve reached the final round of the 2021 QBE Shootout from Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Fla.
How to watch the QBE Shootout on TV
You can watch the entire 2021 QBE Shootout on Golf Channel and NBC. NBC and Golf Channel will split the coverage on Saturday and Sunday. Check out the full TV schedule below.
How to watch the QBE Shootout online, streaming
You can watch the 2021 QBE Shootout online in multiple ways. You can stream the Golf Channel coverage at golfchannel.com/watch and the NBC coverage at nbcsports.com/live by logging in with your cable credentials.
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2021 QBE Shootout Round 3 tee times (All times ET)
9:45 a.m. – Matt Jones/Ryan Palmer, Brian Harman/Hudson Swafford 10:00 a.m. – Charles Howell III/Ian Poulter, K.H. Lee/Brandt Snedeker 10:15 a.m. – Sean O’Hair/Will Zalatoris, Max Homa/Kevin Kisner 10:30 a.m. – Corey Conners/Graeme McDowell, Lexi Thompson/Bubba Watson 10:45 a.m. – Harris English/Matt Kuchar, Jason Kokrak/Kevin Na 11:00 a.m.
Which side of the fairway is the best for a second shot?
The left side of the fairway leaves the best angle for the second shot, and players are advised to take enough club to safely clear the water. The green is protected on the right by a large bunker, but attention must be paid to the steep collection swale to the left of the green. 15. 4.
Who designed Tiburon Golf Course?
Our two sophisticated and challenging 18-hole championship courses, designed by golf legend Greg Norman, are a favorite of both amateur enthusiasts and professional golfers alike. At Tiburon, Norman melded a rare blend of traditional and modern elements to create a course ...
What side of the fairway is safe to play?
The right side of the fairway will leave an approach that requires little or no carry over the water. The safe play is to the right-center of the green. Don't come up short, as sand and water protect the front and left of the green. This short, left-to-right par 4 hole gives a player many options off the tee.
Slugger White and Mark Russell
Rules officials Slugger White and Mark Russell are moving toward retirement after careers of over 40 years, and Norman made sure to recognize them at Thursday night's banquet.
Pro-am pairings, banquet done safely
Norman said earlier in the week that the pro-am party was the first allowed by the PGA Tour since returning from the break due to the coronavirus.
Women worth watching
The U.S. Women's Open and USGA created the hashtag #WomenWorthWatching on social media to help promote the Women's Open. Many PGA Tour players, including Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau and Jason Day, shared content with the hashtag.
No Lexi
LPGA Tour star Lexi Thompson has played in the last four QBE Shootouts, first with Bryson DeChambeau, then twice with Tony Finau, and last year with Sean O'Hair.
Childhood cancer honoree
Peyton Armstrong, 20, was the tournament's childhood cancer honoree through tournament charity CureSearch for Children's Cancer. Unfortunately due to coronavirus restrictions, Armstrong gave his speech virtually at the Thursday evening banquet, whose attendance also was greatly reduced to follow recommendations.
Tway-Sabbatini back
Defending QBE Shootout champions Kevin Tway and Rory Sabbatini weren't able to take their win this past season.
Pro-am
ESPN commentator Chris Berman is playing in the pro-am as usual, and CBS Sports golf analyst Amanda Balionis is a newcomer. Lady A's Charles Kelley is back for a third straight year.
