Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry find themselves in contention heading into the final round of the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans. After a strong third-round performance, they sit just two shots back and are ready to make a push for the title.
The Irishman and Ulsterman combo finished with a back nine 31 in the third round, carding a solid 64 to reach a total of 21 under par. This score places them in a tie for fourth place with a chance to make a move in the final round.
Zac Blair and Marty Fishburn currently hold the lead with a tournament record-tying 60, giving them a one-shot advantage over Luke List and Henrik Norlander. However, the final round will feature the alternate shot format, adding an extra layer of challenge and strategy for the players.
McIlroy expressed his excitement about the opportunity to compete in the final round and emphasized the importance of finishing strong in the third round. He understands the difficulty of the alternate shot format but remains confident in his abilities.
The penultimate grouping for the final round will consist of McIlroy, Lowry, Ryan Brehm, and Mark Hubbard. Teeing off at 1:44 p.m. ET, they will navigate the alternate shot format in their pursuit of victory.
Fans can catch all the action of the 2024 Zurich Classic on ESPN+, starting at 10:30 a.m. ET, with exclusive early coverage and featured group highlights throughout the day. Additionally, Golf Channel will provide coverage beginning at 12:45 p.m. ET, followed by CBS at 3 p.m. ET. Peacock will simulcast Golf Channel’s coverage for fans looking for an alternative viewing option.
Here are the complete tee times for the final round of the 2024 Zurich Classic:
Format: Alternate Shot
Tee No. 1
- 10:16 a.m. Doug Ghim/Chan Kim, Chez Reavie/Brandt Snedeker
- 10:27 a.m. Brandon Wu/James Nicholas, Sam Stevens/Paul Barjon
- 10:38 a.m. Vincent Norrman/Jorge Campillo, Nate Lashley/Rafael Campos
- 10:49 a.m. Patrick Cantlay/Xander Schauffele, Nick Hardy-Davis Riley
- 11:00 a.m. Greyson Sigg/Chesson Hadley, Garrick Higgo/Ryan Fox
- 11:11 a.m. Chad Ramey/Martin Trainer, Brice Garnett/Sepp Straka
- 11:22 a.m. Kelly Kraft/Kevin Tway, Collin Morikawa/Kurt Kitayama
- 11:33 a.m. Davis Thompson/Andrew Novak, Aaron Rai/David Lipsky
- 11:49 a.m. Ben Taylor/Sean O’Hair, Matt Fitzpatrick/Alex Fitzpatrick
- 12:00 p.m. Matt Wallace/Thorbjorn Oleson, Dylan Wu/Justin Lower
- 12:11 p.m. Chandler Phillips/Jacob Bridgeman, Austin Eckroat/Chris Gotterup
- 12:22 p.m. Keith Mitchell/Joel Dahmen, Corey Conners-Taylor Pendrith
- 12:33 p.m. Ben Kohles/Patton Kizzire, Harry Hall/Scott Piercy
- 12:44 p.m. Mac Meissner/Austin Smotherman, Charley Hoffman/Nick Watney
- 12:55 p.m. Zach Johnson/Ryan Palmer, Peter Malnati/Russell Knox
- 1:11 p.m. Thomas Detry/Robert MacIntyre, Callum Tarren/David Skinns
- 1:22 p.m. Nico Echavarria/Max Greyserman, Nick Taylor/Adam Hadwin
- 1:33 p.m. Kevin Yu/C.T. Pan, K.H. Lee/Michael Kim
- 1:44 p.m. Ryan Brehm/Mark Hubbard, Rory McIlroy/Shane Lowry
- 1:55 p.m. Zac Blair/Marty Fishburn, Luke List/Henrik Norlander
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is currently leading the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans?
Zac Blair and Marty Fishburn currently hold the lead.
What is the format for the final round of the Zurich Classic?
The final round will feature the alternate shot format.
When and where can I watch the final round of the 2024 Zurich Classic?
The final round will be broadcasted on ESPN+, Golf Channel, and CBS. Check your local listings for exact times.
How far back are Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry from the lead?
McIlroy and Lowry are currently two shots behind the leaders.
What time are Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry teeing off for the final round?
They will tee off at 1:44 p.m. ET in the penultimate grouping.
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