Super Bowl LVII and PGA Tour’s WM Phoenix Open mark ‘huge’ sporting double-header for the city | Golf News

The Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium, with the PGA Tour’s WM Phoenix Open also taking place in the suburbs of Phoenix, Arizona this week; Watch the event live on Sky Sports

What happens when you put one of the biggest sporting events in the same city and in the same week as the most-attended golf tournament? We will find out!

The NFL season reaches its climax this week when the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII, live on Sky Sportswith a sell-out crowd expected at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.

The stadium is less than 10 miles from downtown Phoenix, while on the other side of town sees 18 of the world’s 20 greatest golfers and the PGA Tour’s biggest stars at TPC Scottsdale at the WM Phoenix Open.

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A look back at most of the action from the dramatic final round at the 2022 WM Phoenix Open

A record 719,179 fans passed through the turnstiles during tournament week in 2018, including an astounding 216,818 for Saturday’s third round – the largest single-day attendance in PGA Tour history – with many looking forward to another special week of sports in Phoenix.

The previous Super Bowl has taken place in the same place in 2008 and 2015, with world No. 1 Rory McIlroy interested to see for himself the impact of the match in the atmosphere in one of the most powerful events on the schedule of the PGA Tour.

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Get ready for Super Bowl LVII, when the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles in Phoenix Arizona, Sunday from 10pm on Sky Sports NFL

“It’s amazing,” McIlroy said of the prospect of the sport’s double header. “I mean, having two big events in the same city on the same weekend is going to be really interesting.

“I think Saturday here is going to be a big day in terms of numbers and everything and it’s going to be interesting to see what Sunday is like with people who obviously want to go to the Super Bowl.

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Rory McIlroy is in confident mood ahead of the WM Phoenix Open, where he revealed he is playing the most consistent golf of his career.

“The stadium can only hold a few people, obviously this golf course can hold a lot more than that. I hope Sunday doesn’t feel any more lonely than Saturday.”

A great feature of the par-71 layout is the par-three 16th, nicknamed the Stadium Hole because of its large stadium and often referred to as ‘the loudest hole in golf; with last year’s runner-up Patrick Cantlay interested to see just how crowded the reception will be in this year’s contest.

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Harry Higgs and Joel Dahmen sparked wild celebrations on the 16th for their antics during last year’s tournament

“I think Saturday should be busier than Saturday last year, but Sunday I think should be cooler than last Sunday,” Cantlay said. “I talked to people who were here at the end of the Super Bowl, and Sunday was really mellow compared to usual.”

Who do golfers root for in the Super Bowl?

World number 3 Jon Rahm is chasing his fifth victory in eight matches around the world, finishing outside the top 10 only once since The Open in July, with the Spaniard – who lives in Arizona – having an interest in Sunday’s Super Bowl results. .

“There are very few sporting events in the world that can happen in the same week as the Super Bowl and still have this kind of impact,” Rahm said in a pre-tournament press conference.

“It’s hard to make predictions in one game. It’s like one round of golf; anyone can show up and play well. Obviously if the Eagles continue the same form they’ve been in, they’re going to be tough to beat, but they’re just tough to beat. Bet on Patrick Mahomes. Really it’s hard to fight him, so I don’t know.

“I’m not sure enough to make a prediction. I’ve played golf with Patrick and Travis Kelce, so just because I’ve spent some time with them, I’d love to see them win, but yeah, I’m not sure. enough to make a prediction!”

Seven-time PGA Tour winner Xander Schauffele is also interested in Sunday’s NFL season finale, despite admitting he doesn’t have a pick for the team that lifts the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

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Jeff Reinebold picks the best players from the Chiefs and Eagles to create the ultimate Super Bowl team

“I have no skin in the game,” Schauffele said. “I would probably bet on the Chiefs if I had to make a bet. I’m just hoping for a close game.

“I would like to see the game-winning drive in the fourth quarter. I think it will be really entertaining for selfish reasons, but I’m sure the fans of both sides will enjoy the blowout after the second quarter.”

Who does the halftime show and at what time?

Rihanna will perform at this year’s Super Bowl halftime show, marking her first return to the stage in more than five years since touring in 2017 following the release of her 2016 album ‘Anti’.

The performance will begin at approximately 1:15 a.m. Monday morning, after the end of the first round in Arizona, and it is anticipated that the 12-minute set may include some special guests on stage.

Last year’s halftime show was headlined by Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J Blige, and Kendrick Lamar, along with a surprise guest appearance by 50 Cent. Famous performers in the past include The Rolling Stones, Coldplay, Beyonce and Katy Perry.

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How can I watch both shows?

The WM Phoenix Open is live throughout the week on Sky Sports Golf (channel 405), with preliminary coverage from 15:00 on Thursday and Friday, 17:00 on Saturday and 16:30 for the final round on Sunday.

Super Bowl LVII between the Chiefs and Eagles will be shown live on Sky Sports NFL (407) and Sky Sports Main Event (401) on Sunday, with coverage starting at 10pm before kick-off at 11.30am.