The Waste Management Phoenix Open is one of the first PGA golf events of the calendar year. It was known as the FBR Open from 2004 through 2009, and prior to 2004 it was called The Phoenix Open.
The Waste Management Phoenix Open is the best attended golf tournaments in the world every year. Last year attendance suffered due to cold weather. Morning frost delays pushed the final day to Monday. Typically, nearly half a million spectators attend this event. Attendance in 2011 was estimated to be about 365,000 which made it the lowest Open attendance since 1993.
Because of the layout of the course and the parking, this event never sells out. Everyone who wants to attend can go. Why is it so popular? Could it be because of the location in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona? Could it be because the weather is usually wonderful and sunny? Could it be because the best golfers in the world come to play in this prestigious event? The answers are yes, yes, and yes.
2011 FBR Open Results
In 2011 Mark Wilson shot an 18 under 266 for the tournament and took home the Champions Trophy and just over $1 million after beating Jason Dufner in a playoff.Just in case you were wondering, local favorite finished tied for 29th place.
2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open Dates
Monday, January 30 through Sunday, February 5, 2012Here is the schedule of events for the tournament.
Page 1: Phoenix Open Schedule
Page 2: About TPC Scottsdale
Page 3: The Thunderbirds
Page 4: Hotels, Tickets, Parking
Page 5: Birds Nest
More event details, information and tips -- Your Guide to the Phoenix Open in Scottsdale.
All event information, prices and times subject to change without notice.
