The PGA Tour is usually all business, but there are some events that are more about having some fun while giving back to the community. One of those events goes this week, when the 2-day CVS Health Charity Classic kicks off in Barrington, Rhode Island. As always, a solid field of pro golfers are expected to attend, as they play to disperse a prize fund of $1.3 million. So while we wait for some golf betting action at this week’s Greenbrier Classic, here’s a look at the CVS Health Charity Classic.
Sneak Peek at the CVS Health Charity Classic Golf Betting Overview
View from behind 15 at RICC, waiting for the first group to approach @CVSClassicGolf @ABC6 pic.twitter.com/tWeM5ZPqGI
— Nick Coit (@NickCoit) June 29, 2015
This event came into being back in 1999, and has raised over $18 million for charity since then.
As you might expect, this is a little bit different from your average PGA tournament, as there is a lot less pressure, and a much smaller field on display. Instead of playing as individuals, the golfers pair off into teams to compete in the stroke play event at the Rhode Island Country Club. There is also a Pro-Am event that takes place on the Sunday, while the main action kicks off on Monday. The 2-day event always sees some low scores posted, with -20 usually the mark that needs to be reached.