The PGA returns to the desert in 2026 for The American Express
Catch a preview of The American Express’ 2026 return with golf reporter Larry Bohannan and editor Shad Powers.
It’s cut day at The American Express. No, your calendar isn’t lying to you: This is the only PGA Tour event that trims down its field after Round 3.
The extra day to rebound didn’t help defending tournament champion Sepp Straka. The No. 12 player in the World Golf Rankings enters the day 2 over par, needing a day similar to Blades Brown’s 60 from Round 2 if he is to make the cut and play the final round.
Alex Noren, right behind Straka at No. 13, isn’t nearly as far from the cut line but does still have work to do. Matt Fitzpatrick, Kurt Kitayama and Brian Harman are among the others flirting with the cut line.
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Here’s a look at who is in line to make and miss the cut at the tournament:
After Round 3, the cut line at the tournament was 11 under par. The tournament allows for the top 65 players plus ties after three rounds to survive the cut.
Brandt Snedeker -10Taylor Pendrith -10Bud Cauley – 10Kurt Kitiyama -10Michael Kim -9Jason Dufner -9Tony Finau -9Justin Rose -8How many players make the cut at The American Express?
Of the 156 golfers who entered the tournament, 65 are guaranteed to make the cut and play the final round. That number can grow to account for ties. Last year, 71 players made the cut at 9 under par.
How to watch The American ExpressSaturday, Jan. 24: Golf Channel (4-7 p.m. ET)Sunday, Jan. 25: Golf Channel (4-7 p.m. ET)Streaming: ESPN app (Select plan) | Fubo (free trial)
Rounds 3 and 4 of The American Express broadcasts nationally on Golf Channel from 4-7 p.m. Featured group and hole streaming from PGA Tour Live is available on the ESPN app with a subscription to the Select plan.
