Genesis Championship 2024 Preview - Everything You Need To Know

Tom Kim will return to the country of his birth for this week's Genesis Championship at Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea. It is the final tournament on the DP World Tour schedule before the playoffs get under way and the Race to Dubai champion is crowned.

The 22-year-old will be a huge attraction in South Korea as the Genesis Championship marks the end of the Back 9 on the Race to Dubai as players vie to secure their places in the DP World Tour Play-Offs.

The tournament will be co-sanctioned with the KPGA TOUR, with a field comprising 90 DP World Tour players and 30 KPGA TOUR players, building on the Strategic Alliance that was agreed between the two Tours in May 2023.

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Three-time PGA Tour winner Kim, who was born in nearby Seoul, will tee it up in his home country for the first time since winning the 2022 Wyndham Championship to earn his PGA TOUR card and is relishing to compete in front of his home fans once again.

“There is no feeling quite like playing in front of your home fans and I am so excited to compete in the Genesis Championship later this year,” Kim said.

“It’s been a couple of years since I’ve had a chance to compete in Korea so I’m really grateful to the DP World Tour, KPGA TOUR and Genesis for the opportunity to do so.

“Everyone knows I play most of my golf over in the States but I also love playing in different places around the world and testing my game in all sorts of conditions. It will be a challenge playing in Korea again after such a long period away, but I’m really excited to take it on and hopefully give the home fans something to cheer about.”

And 32-year-old Ben An is also looking forward to an emotional homecoming alongside Kim, both of whom  represented South Korea at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

An has recorded five top-ten finishes this season including a tied second at the Sony Open in Hawaii on the PGA Tour, where he lost in a play-off.

An said: "There’s something truly special about playing in front of your home fans - their energy and support are unmatched, and it always gives me an extra boost. The reception I get when I compete in Korea is incredible, and it’s a feeling you just can’t replicate anywhere else. The fans here are so passionate and enthusiastic, and their support really drives me to give my best performance. Competing in front of them is not only an honour, but it’s also a reminder of how much I love playing at home."

Sanghyun Park will defend his title against against a field that also includes last year's Korea Championship winner Pablo Larrazábal.

Nine-time DP World Tour winner Larrazábal is relishing the prospect of challenging for another title on Korean soil at a crucial time on the 2024 Race to Dubai.

"To win in Korea last year was special and it is one of my favourite places in the world,” he said. “I can’t wait to return to this fantastic golf course, and it will be an honour to play in front of Korean fans again.

“It’s going to be a fantastic week. The atmosphere is great, and the fans get behind the players, so I am looking forward to the challenge and hopefully I can get my hands on the trophy again.”

Rolex Series winner Nicolai Højgaard, who was part of the winning European 2023 Ryder Cup team and has enjoyed a decent season on the PGA Tour, is excited to tee it up in Korea for the first time.

“I’m looking forward to coming back to Asia and playing in Korea for the first time,” he said. “I’ve heard amazing things about the country and hopefully I can be in the mix come Sunday. It’s great to have these opportunities at an exciting time on the DP World Tour, with a lot to play for.”

The three-year title sponsorship agreement elevates Genesis’ partnership with the premier men’s professional golf tournament in Korea, where it was the title sponsor of the Genesis Championship since 2017. Last year, Genesis was also the presenting sponsor of the inaugural Korea Championship, which has since merged with the existing Genesis Championship as part of DP World Tour and KPGA TOUR’s strategic alliance.

Genesis Championship What You Need To Know

Genesis Championship Tournament Winners

This is the first time this tournament has been held as DP World Tour-sanctioned event

The Course

Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea is a par 72 measuring 7,470 yards. It is similar in many respects to the Florida resort-style courses used by the PGA Tour, with many fairways weaving their way through luxury housing. It hosted the Presidents Cup in 2015. It features a lot of water but the fairways are generous and the rough is short so expect to see some low scores

Form Guide

Tom Kim, who wears his heart on his sleeve, will receive a hero’s welcome from the home fans and will look to reward them with a win. He is a hugely exciting talent

Genesis Championship Prize money

The total prize fund is $4m, with 5,000 Race to Dubai points and 1,500 Ryder Cup points going to the winner

How To Watch The Genesis Championship

Thursday, Friday, Sky Sports Golf, 10am; Saturday, 10.30am, Sunday, 10am

Genesis Championship Betting Tips & Picks

To win:

Tom Kim. A superstar

Each way:

Nikolai Hojgaard. Due another win

Each way:

Ben An. Back to something close to his best

Five To Follow

Tom Kim. Will be inspired by home fans

Ben An. Great ball striker

Nikolai Hojgaard. Great iron player

Guido Migliozzi. Finally finding some consistency

Sebastian Soderberg. Has played some impressive stuff this year

Five Outsiders To Watch

Brandon Stone. An enigma

Callum Shinkwin. Big, big hitter

Ashun Wu. Which version will turn up?

Aaron Cockerill. Underrated Canadian

Ross Fisher. Can still turn it on