Zurich Classic field announced for TPC Louisiana

Two-man teams set to compete in annual PGA Tour event

Apr. 17, 2026 at 11:24pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a golf tournament scene with overlapping planes of color representing the fairways, sky, and players' uniforms.A cubist interpretation of the dynamic team competition at the Zurich Classic golf tournament.New Orleans Today

The field has been announced for the 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, the annual PGA Tour event held at TPC Louisiana. The tournament features two-man teams competing in a unique format, with a list of 80 players paired up across 40 teams.

Why it matters

The Zurich Classic is one of the most anticipated events on the PGA Tour calendar, drawing top golfers from around the world to compete in the team format. The tournament has become a fan favorite, providing an exciting twist on traditional individual stroke play.

The details

Some of the notable pairings in the 2026 Zurich Classic field include Zach Bauchou and Sam Stevens, Christiaan Bezuidenhout and Garrick Higgo, and Maverick McNealy and Collin Morikawa. The two-man teams will compete over four rounds of modified alternate shot and best ball play.

  • The 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans will take place April 23-26 at TPC Louisiana in Avondale, Louisiana.
  • The field was announced on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 5 p.m. ET.

The players

Zach Bauchou

A 28-year-old American professional golfer who has won twice on the Korn Ferry Tour.

Sam Stevens

A 26-year-old American professional golfer and former standout at Oklahoma State University.

Christiaan Bezuidenhout

A 27-year-old South African professional golfer who has won three times on the DP World Tour.

Garrick Higgo

A 22-year-old South African professional golfer who won his first PGA Tour event in 2021.

Maverick McNealy

A 25-year-old American professional golfer and former standout at Stanford University.

Collin Morikawa

A 24-year-old American professional golfer who has won two major championships on the PGA Tour.

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The takeaway

The 2026 Zurich Classic promises to be an exciting event, with a strong field of two-man teams competing in the unique team format at the picturesque TPC Louisiana course. Fans will be eager to see which duo emerges victorious in New Orleans.