Winter 2023

million in grants and donations to 200 local organizations.“We can’t ignore the history—80 years almost.We’ll pay homage to that. But the common denominator is the Foundation’s com- mitment to changing lives,” explains Monterey Peninsula Foundation Marketing Manager Lily Hansen. “That’s how we can say the format is evolving and we are trying to bring the best golf tournament to the region. We are so commit- ted to changing lives through philanthropy, and that remains the same.” As for the lack of some of the star power, Steve John says the icons of the golf world will more than make up for it.They’ll compete for a purse totaling $20 million, more than double the $9 million last year. The first place finisher will take home $3.6 million. “It’s not easy for anyone to make a change, but we are willing to do it because the community will not suffer. To see the best golfers coming to Pebble, it’s remarkable.” Tickets for all four days, Feb 1-4, are available online and will be completely digital this year. General admission ranges from $75 on Thursday to $125 on the weekend. Special rates are offered for first responders and mem- bers of the military. Don’t miss the opportunity to see one of the greatest lineups to ever grace the Del Monte Forest and the shores of Stillwater Cove, and to see how an old tourna- ment can be taught new tricks. For more information, visit www.attpbgolf.com . Competitor Viktor Hovland, playing in 2023 at the Travelers Golf Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut, the course where he made his professional debut in 2019. Photo: Alamay, Gregory Vasil/Cal Sport Media Jordan Spieth drives to the fifth hole at Spyglass Hill during the first round of the 2023 tournament. He will return to compete again this winter. Photo: Motofoto/Alamy Live News One early confirmation is Mr. Tom Brady himself, an almost- local raised just north in the San Francisco Bay Area and a veteran of this tournament. 110 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • W I N T E R 2 0 2 3