INNBROOK, FL – Sungjae Im will capture a two-stroke lead into Sunday’s final round of the 2026 Valspar Championship, seeking his third PGA Tour victory and first since 2021. The 27-year-vintage from South Korea fired a third-round 69 on Saturday at the Copperhead Course at Innisbrook Resort, navigating the challenging layout to reach 11 under par. The final round promises a compelling battle, with veteran Brandt Snedeker and rising star David Lipsky poised to challenge Im for the title. Fans can follow all the action live on television and streaming platforms, with comprehensive coverage beginning Sunday morning.
Im’s journey to contention hasn’t been without its hurdles. After securing two PGA Tour wins early in his career, he fulfilled a mandatory military service obligation in South Korea and subsequently battled a wrist injury. “It’s been a although since I’ve been in the lead like this, and I’m sure I will be nervous,” Im acknowledged Saturday. “But the best I can do is just to play my own game.” His resilience and determination will be tested as he attempts to convert his advantage into a championship.
Chasing Im closely is Brandt Snedeker, the U.S. Presidents Cup captain, who sits at nine under par. Snedeker, a nine-time PGA Tour winner, is looking to recapture the form that once made him a mainstay on the tour, having last tasted victory in 2018. Also at nine under is David Lipsky, who is still searching for his first PGA Tour title. The presence of these two experienced players adds another layer of intrigue to the final round.
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The final pairing of Im and Snedeker is scheduled to tee off at 1:50 p.m. ET on Sunday, setting the stage for a captivating head-to-head duel. The Copperhead Course, known for its demanding layout and challenging finishing holes, will undoubtedly provide a stern test for both players.
How to Watch the 2026 Valspar Championship on Sunday
Golf Channel will provide live television coverage of the final round from 1:00 p.m. To 3:00 p.m. ET. NBC will then take over coverage from 3:00 p.m. To 6:00 p.m. ET, bringing viewers the dramatic conclusion of the tournament. For those preferring to stream the action, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ will offer exclusive streaming coverage beginning at 7:30 a.m. ET, including featured groups and featured hole coverage throughout the day. Peacock will also stream the NBC broadcast.
Full Round 4 Tee Times (ET)
Here’s a look at the complete Round 4 tee times from the Copperhead Course:
- Tee No. 1
- 7:35 a.m. – David Ford, Vince Whaley
- 7:44 a.m. – Rasmus Hojgaard, Bud Cauley
- 7:53 a.m. – Kevin Streelman, Davis Thompson
- 8:02 a.m. – Billy Horschel, Matti Schmid
- 8:11 a.m. – Kensei Hirata, Pierceson Coody
- 8:20 a.m. – Kevin Roy, Justin Thomas
- 8:30 a.m. – Keegan Bradley, Henrik Norlander
- 8:40 a.m. – Nicolai Hojgaard, Andrew Novak
- 8:55 a.m. Blades Brown, Alejandro Tosti
- 9:05 a.m. – Ricky Castillo, Sam Ryder
- 9:15 a.m. – Chad Ramey, Karl Vilips
- 9:25 a.m. – Michael Kim, Joel Dahmen
- 9:35 a.m. – Mackenzie Hughes, Christiaan Bezuidenhout
- 9:45 a.m. – Hank Lebioda, John VanDerLaan
- 9:55 a.m. – Andrew Putnam, Chandler Phillips
- 10:05 a.m. – Emiliano Grillo, Takumi Kanaya
- 10:20 a.m. – Jimmy Stanger, Webb Simpson
- 10:30 a.m. – Justin Lower, Denny McCarthy
- 10:40 a.m. – Alex Smalley, John Parry
- 10:50 a.m. – Xander Schauffele, Patrick Fishburn
- 11:00 a.m. – Matt Wallace, Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen
- 11:10 a.m. – Isaiah Salinda, Ryo Hisatsune
- 11:20 a.m. – Dylan Wu, Lee Hodges
- 11:30 a.m. – Davis Chatfield, Stephan Jaegar
- 11:45 a.m. – A.J. Ewart, Patrick Rodgers
- 11:55 a.m. – Jacob Bridgeman, Doug Ghim
- 12:05 p.m. – Jordan Spieth, Danny Walker
- 12:15 p.m. – Patrick Cantlay, David Skinns
- 12:25 p.m. – Matthieu Pavon, Seamus Power
- 12:35 p.m. – Gary Woodland, Jordan Smith
- 12:45 p.m. – Brooks Koepka, Tony Finau
- 12:55 p.m. – Kevin Yu, Rico Hoey
- 1:10 p.m. – Corey Conners, Chandler Blanchet
- 1:20 p.m. – S.H. Kim, Tom Kim
- 1:30 p.m. – Matt Fitzpatrick, Adrien Dumon de Chassart
- 1:40 p.m. – David Lipsky, Marco Penge
- 1:50 p.m. – Sungjae Im, Brandt Snedeker
The Valspar Championship has a history of producing dramatic finishes, and this year’s event appears poised to deliver another memorable Sunday. With Im holding a narrow lead and a host of talented players within striking distance, the final round promises to be a thrilling spectacle for golf fans.
Following the conclusion of Sunday’s play, the PGA Tour will move on to the Texas Children’s Houston Open next week. Full results and tournament updates from the Valspar Championship will be available on the official PGA Tour website.
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