The 2024 CME Group Tour Championship is officially underway at the Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Florida, featuring the top 60 LPGA Tour players competing for the largest single prize in women’s golf history – a whopping $4 million. This prestigious event concludes the 2024 LPGA Tour season, which began 11 months ago with 32 thrilling events, including the Solheim Cup and the Paris Olympics.

The field is stacked with talented golfers, including Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings No. 1 Nelly Korda, who’s also leading the Race to the CME Globe. Other notable players vying for the top spot include Lydia Ko, Hannah Green, and Ruoning Yin. But who is covering the event? Well, quite a lot of people!

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The commentators and reporters

GOLF Channel’s live coverage of the LPGA Tour CME Group Tour Championship will feature a seasoned broadcast team. Terry Gannon will provide play-by-play commentary, alongside analyst Morgan Pressel. Tom Abbott will report from the holes, while Karen Stupples and Paige Mackenzie will provide on-course insights. Abbott is a golf broadcasting veteran, bringing nearly two decades of expertise to the table since joining Golf Channel in 2005. As a respected hole announcer and play-by-play host, he’s lent his voice to some of golf’s biggest stages, including the LPGA Tour, PGA Tour, and Major events. Abbott’s impressive resume also includes three Olympic appearances, most recently at the 2024 Games, and hosting duties for two international tournaments in Paris.

Amy Rogers will conduct interviews with the players. Rogers is a seasoned reporter for Golf Channel, bringing over 17 years of experience covering professional golf since early 2007. Her notable assignments include the LPGA Tour and her first PGA Championship in 2020. Most recently, she reported on the 2024 Solheim Cup. Rogers’ passion for golf journalism stems from a personal connection – attending the PGA Championship with her late father, an experience that inspired her to pursue a career in golf storytelling.

The broadcast team will bring expert analysis and in-depth coverage of the tournament. With their combined experience and knowledge, viewers can expect insightful commentary and engaging storytelling. Rogers’ interviews will provide a closer look at the players’ strategies and emotions.

The analysts and studio hosts

Golf Central’s studio coverage will be anchored by Anna Jackson, a seasoned golf host and reporter with extensive experience covering major golf tournaments, including the Masters, U.S. Open, and PGA Championship. Alongside Jackson will be Brandel Chamblee, a renowned golf analyst and commentator with 15 years of PGA Tour experience. Chamblee has provided insightful analysis and commentary since joining Golf Channel in 2004, sharing his expertise on swing mechanics, course strategy, and player performance. Mel Reid, an LPGA Tour veteran with over 15 years of experience, and six Solheim Cup appearances, brings unparalleled expertise on women’s golf and international competitions.

Reid has competed against the world’s best golfers, providing valuable insights into the game’s highest levels. Her analysis will focus on player strategy, mental toughness, and the nuances of women’s golf. Paige Mackenzie, a former LPGA Tour player turned Golf Channel analyst, completes the team. With her playing experience and broadcast expertise, Mackenzie delivers an in-depth analysis of swing technique, course management, and player mentality. Together, this expert team will provide pre- and post-round analysis from Tiburon Golf Club, breaking down the players’ performances, discussing key moments, and offering predictions. Their collective expertise will deliver in-depth insights and engaging commentary to golf fans worldwide.