The CJ Cup Byron Nelson returns to TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney from May 1–4, showcasing top PGA Tour talent.
MCKINNEY, Texas — The CJ Cup Byron Nelson returns to TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney from May 1–4, bringing a field of top PGA Tour talent, thousands of golf fans and a legacy that dates back nearly 100 years.
This year marks the second installment of the tournament under its new title, with South Korea-based CJ Group taking over naming rights in 2023 under a 10-year deal. The event is hosted by the Salesmanship Club of Dallas and benefits the Momentous Institute, which supports children’s mental health and education.
As one of Texas’ most iconic golf events, the CJ Cup Byron Nelson offers fans a chance to watch elite players, enjoy local food and drink, and support charitable causes — all while honoring the legacy of one of golf’s greats.
So, whether you’re going for the golf or the fun, here’s everything you need to know about the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
History and venue
The tournament began as the Dallas Open in 1926 and was revived in 1944 as the Texas Victory Open, won by Byron Nelson himself. It was renamed the Byron Nelson Classic in 1968 and became a PGA Tour staple.
TPC Craig Ranch, a par-71 course spanning over 7,500 yards in McKinney, has hosted the event since 2021.
The tournament has raised more than $143 million for charity, making it one of the PGA Tour’s top philanthropic events.
Notable players in the field
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, a Dallas native and former Highland Park High School standout, returns to the site where he made his PGA Tour debut at 17. The 28-year-old will look to claim his first Byron Nelson title after multiple top-10 finishes this season.
Jordan Spieth, also a Dallas product, is expected to play as well. Spieth finished second in 2022 and tied for ninth in 2021.
Seventeen-year-old English amateur Kris Kim will also return to the field. Kim made history in 2024 as the youngest player in nearly a decade to make a PGA Tour cut.
How to get tickets
Tickets are available through the tournament’s official website. Options include:
How to watch
- PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ will stream early coverage each day, beginning at 6:45 a.m. CST.
- Golf Channel will broadcast from 3 to 6 p.m. CST on Thursday and Friday and noon to 2 p.m. CST Saturday and Sunday.
- CBS will broadcast from 2 to 5 p.m. CST on Saturday and Sunday.
What’s at stake
The 156-player field will compete for a $9.9 million purse, with $1.74 million going to the winner, along with 500 FedExCup points.
