The Match IV: What to know for Mickelson-Brady vs. DeChambeau-Rodgers
The Match returns with a duel featuring Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady, who lost to Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning in May 2020, versus Bryson DeChambeau and Aaron Rodgers, who are both making their debuts in the charity competition.
The fourth edition of the made-for-TV event will be played at The Reserve at Moonlight Basin in Big Sky, Montana.
How to watch on Tuesday, July 6
USA
| Channel | Time (ET) |
|---|---|
| TNT | 5:45-11 p.m. |
Preshow coverage begins at 5 p.m. ET.
Canada
| Channel | Time (ET) |
|---|---|
| CNN International | 5:45-11 p.m. |
Preshow coverage begins at 5 p.m. ET.
Players
Phil Mickelson
Age: 51
World rank: 31
PGA TOUR wins: 45
PGA TOUR career earnings: $94.7 million
Tom Brady
Age: 43
Handicap: 8.1
Super Bowl wins: 7
NFL career earnings: $263.5 million
Bryson DeChambeau
Age: 27
World rank: 6
PGA TOUR wins: 8
PGA TOUR career earnings: $24.6 million
Aaron Rodgers
Age: 37
Handicap: 3.5
Super Bowl wins: 1
NFL career earnings: $240.9 million
Format
The teams of two will go head to head for 18 holes in match-play format using a modified alternate-shot scoring system. That means all four players will tee off and from there, depending on whose drive each team selects, will alternate shots until the ball is in the hole. The team that makes the lowest score will win the hole.
The course
The Reserve at Moonlight Basin is a beastly 7,800-yard course at 7,500 feet of elevation. One hole, the par-5 17th, is listed at 777 yards on the scorecard and will host the event's long-drive contest.
And wind could be a huge factor.
It’s windy, but you know what I’m saying. We’re ready. @TomBrady pic.twitter.com/O6C75rxRSt
— Phil Mickelson (@PhilMickelson) July 6, 2021
The cause
My Brother's Keeper Alliance, Feeding America, and the Montana Food Bank Network will be the beneficiaries of the competition.