Scottie Scheffler, fresh off a remarkable victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, enters the tournament as the reigning Players champion and rightfully assumes the role of the favorite. However, closely trailing him is Rory McIlroy, though recent performances suggest he may not be in peak form. Will Scheffler continue his winning streak, or will McIlroy stage a comeback?

Amidst the anticipation and excitement, Scottie Scheffler's remarkable performance at TPC Sawgrass last year stole the spotlight. Dominating the challenging course with finesse, Scheffler's flawless play culminated in a stunning victory, securing the title and the prestigious honor of winning the richest prize on the PGA TOUR by an impressive five-shot margin.

Notably absent from the field this week is Tiger Woods, a surprising development considering this marks the final year of his automatic eligibility for The Players. Despite expressing intentions to play once a month in 2024, Woods withdrew from the Genesis Invitational due to illness, sparking anticipation for his appearance at TPC Sawgrass. However, it appears that Woods may only participate in a mere 1.5 competitive rounds before heading to Augusta National for the Masters.