Back to Business in Dublin at the 2025 Memorial Tournament
The PGA Tour returns to one of its most iconic venues this week as the 2025 Memorial Tournament gets underway at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. Hosted annually by golf legend Jack Nicklaus, this Signature Event offers not only a prestigious title but also 700 FedEx Cup points and a $20 million purse, making it one of the most anticipated non-major stops on the calendar. Coming just two weeks after the PGA Championship and two weeks before the U.S. Open, this week serves as both a critical tune-up and a chance to solidify momentum. The field is stacked with some of the game’s best and some Ryder Cup hopefuls, all looking to tackle one of the most complete tests in professional golf. With tight fairways, treacherous greens, and Jack’s fingerprints on every hole, Muirfield demands not just power, but precision and patience in equal measure.
Tournament Details
Location: Muirfield Village Golf Club – Dublin, OH
Dates: May 29th – June 1st, 2025
Defending Champion: Scottie Scheffler
Purse: $20 million
FedEx Cup Points: 700
Event Type: Signature PGA Tour Event
Course Week Breakdown
Muirfield Village Golf Club is a par-72, 7,569-yard masterpiece originally designed by Jack Nicklaus in 1974 and consistently refined to keep pace with the modern game. It is one of the rare venues on Tour that tests every facet of a player's arsenal. Great ball-striking, course management, and touch around the greens are all essential. The fairways are relatively generous, but thick rough and bunkers positioned at ideal landing zones penalize missed shots. The real challenge begins with the approach, where small, fast, and severely contoured greens make birdies hard-earned and bogeys all too easy. The famed par-3 12th and the demanding finishing stretch from 16 to 18 can swing tournaments in a heartbeat, especially under Sunday pressure.
The weather will play a key role in how the course evolves over the weekend. Thursday is expected to offer the best scoring conditions with temperatures in the mid-70s, winds around 10 MPH, and a 45% chance of showers early. Friday brings cooler temperatures with a high of 66°F and a 49% chance of rain, accompanied by more winds around 10 MPH. Saturday will begin to dry out with a high of 71, stronger breezes up to 15 MPH, and lower humidity, likely leading to firmer fairways and faster greens. Sunday rounds out the week with ideal conditions, a high of 72, sunny skies, and only a 10% chance of precipitation. As the weather shifts from wet to dry, players who adapt their strategy and maintain composure across changing turf conditions will find themselves rising on the leaderboard.
Scottie Scheffler – Defending Champion and Still the Standard
Scottie Scheffler enters the Memorial Tournament as both the defending champion and the undisputed best player in the world in 2025. After a commanding win at the PGA Championship and a T4 at the Charles Schwab Challenge, his form remains as sharp as ever. He leads the PGA Tour in strokes gained total, strokes gained approach, and FedEx Cup points; statistical dominance that continues to separate him from the field. Scheffler’s win here last year was a clinical display of control and confidence, and his skill set matches Muirfield Village’s requirements perfectly. With another major just two weeks away, he’ll be looking to assert his dominance once more and collect his third win of the season.
Xander Schauffele – Searching for the Breakthrough
Since coming back from injury earlier in the season, Xander Schauffele is still searching for his form and first victory in 2025. A T28 at the PGA Championship and several other mediocre finishes show he’s still not at the level we expect him to be, just yet. Muirfield Village, with its emphasis on precision and decision-making, could be the exact type of challenge where Schauffele thrives. His all-around game, particularly his iron play and bunker performance, is well-suited to Jack Nicklaus’s design philosophy. With time ticking and the U.S. Open looming, this could be the week where Schauffele breaks through and reminds everyone why he’s one of the most complete players in the world.
Collin Morikawa – Resetting After a Missed Opportunity
Collin Morikawa enters the week hoping to reset after a disappointing T50 finish at the PGA Championship, a surprising result for a player known for his elite iron play. Still, he remains inside the FedEx Cup’s top 20 and has the perfect chance to recalibrate at a course that rewards his strengths. Muirfield Village’s tight setups and demand for precision on second shots play directly into Morikawa’s hands. If he can improve his putting and maintain sharpness off the tee, he’s very capable of contending, as evidenced by his runner-up finish here just one year ago. With plenty of motivation and a game built for this challenge, Morikawa is a strong rebound candidate this week.
Players to Watch – Big Names Needing Big Weeks
Sahith Theegala
Sahith Theegala has all the talent in the world, but his 2025 campaign has lacked the breakthrough moment that many expected. Currently sitting outside the top 70 in the FedEx Cup standings, the pressure is mounting for the rising star to string together strong results. Muirfield Village will test his decision-making and accuracy, two areas where he’s shown improvement, but not yet mastery. Theegala’s flair and aggressive style can yield big rewards if harnessed correctly on a course that punishes recklessness. With the summer stretch coming fast, Theegala could use this week as a turning point.
Max Homa
Max Homa has yet to hit his stride this season, which is surprising after such a solid 2024 campaign. Currently sitting at 114th in the FedEx Cup race, he needs a jolt, and soon. Homa's ball-striking remains solid, but his results haven’t matched his pedigree. Muirfield Village presents a great opportunity for him to find form on a course where he’s had success in the past. A top-10 finish here would go a long way in stabilizing what’s been a frustrating first half of the year.
Rickie Fowler
After a comeback season in 2024, Rickie Fowler has cooled off significantly in 2025, currently ranked 90th in FedEx Cup points. His putting stroke hasn’t been as reliable, and his tee-to-green numbers have fluctuated week to week. Still, Fowler remains a fan favorite with a deep well of experience to draw from. Muirfield Village demands the kind of course management and veteran savvy that Fowler has in spades when he’s clicking. A strong finish this week could mark the start of another late-season push.
Matt Fitzpatrick
The 2022 U.S. Open champion, Matt Fitzpatrick, has been relatively quiet this season, failing to crack the top 30 in multiple events. Currently 80th in FedEx Cup points, Fitzpatrick needs a result to jumpstart his season before it slips away. Known for his ability to grind and thrive under tough conditions, this week’s weather could actually play into his strengths. If he can clean up his putting, he has the game to thrive at Muirfield. Watch for Fitzpatrick to make a sneaky move up the board.
Wyndham Clark
Wyndham Clark burst onto the scene with his U.S. Open victory in 2023 and followed it up with a stellar 2024, but 2025 has been a different story. Now ranked 78th in FedEx Cup points, Clark is in need of a standout week. His powerful game has been inconsistent, and Muirfield Village will test his ability to rein in the big stick. If he can balance his aggression with precision, Clark has the talent to contend here again. He just needs to find the right rhythm, and quickly.
Final Thoughts
The Memorial Tournament never lacks for drama, but this year feels especially crucial given its position between the PGA Championship and the U.S. Open. With Scottie Scheffler defending, Xander Schauffele and Collin Morikawa searching for a statement win, and multiple stars looking to turn around their seasons, every storyline carries weight. Muirfield Village’s challenging layout and unpredictable weather will test even the best, and those who pass will have momentum heading into the year’s third major. For those needing answers, this week could offer clarity, or more questions. Either way, in a Signature Event on a world-class course, expect something memorable.
