A mainstay of the PGA Tour since 1946, the Charles Schwab Challenge is scheduled to be back from May 22 to May 25, 2025, at the historic Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas. With a $9.5 million purse, the victor of this year’s tournament is expected to take home $1.71 million. Although Colonial Country Club has hosted a regular Tour event for the longest time (79 years), the field is somewhat disorganized due to the tournament’s placement just after the PGA Championship and a marquee event before that.

Returning to defend his title is defending champion Davis Riley, who won his first solo PGA Tour victory here in 2024. All eyes are on world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, though, who is hoping to extend his winning streak on home soil after winning the PGA Championship and the CJ Cup Byron Nelson in quick succession. In this exciting competition, let’s explore how spectators may watch every swing and putt.

How to Watch the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge

The Charles Schwab Challenge is the final event for players to qualify for the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, the next Signature Event on the calendar, via the Aon Swing 5 and Aon Next 10. Golf enthusiasts have multiple options to follow the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge live. ESPN+ will offer comprehensive coverage in the United States, including main feeds, marquee groups, featured groups, and featured holes. 

For traditional broadcast viewers, the Golf Channel will air the tournament from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET on Thursday and Friday and from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM ET on Saturday and Sunday. CBS will take over the coverage on the weekend from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET.

The official Charles Schwab Challenge website offers tickets and hospitality packages for individuals who wish to attend the event in person. In addition to offering top-notch golf, the tournament also offers a variety of fan activities, making it an essential destination for golf fans. Now that viewing plans are sorted, let’s dive into the powerful lineup ready to battle it out at Colonial.

PGA Champion Scottie Scheffler Heads Home

The tough 135-player roster for the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge includes both established champions and up-and-coming talent. Leading the field is Scottie Scheffler, who is riding high after recent wins as he returns to his home state of Texas. Scheffler is positioned as the favorite to win the championship because of his familiarity with Colonial Country Club and his recent performance.

Notable figures like Hideki Matsuyama, Tommy Fleetwood, Maverick McNealy, and Robert MacIntyre are joining Scheffler, bringing special advantages to the contest. The lineup is bolstered by former winners like Danny Willett and Kevin Kisner, and the tournament is made more intriguing by the special exemption granted to PGA pro Michael Block.

With a halfway cut on Friday, the field will be reduced for the weekend rounds in accordance with the tournament’s conventional format. Fans can expect a high-stakes golf weekend filled with strategic play and unforgettable moments as competitors compete for the coveted title and sizable reward.