WM Phoenix Open begins prep for 2025 tournament after high-profile issues [Video]

SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily)—The Waste Management Phoenix Open is already beginning preparations for next year‘s tournament in February after issues of overcrowding, intoxication and other issues marred the 2024 events.

The Thunderbirds, hosts of the WM Phoenix Open, say they are implementing changes that are designed to “elevate the overall fan experience.”

Fans can expect an additional entrance, all-digital admission ticketing platforms, improved walking paths and upgraded general admission areas at the 2025 tournament.

“Each and every year, The Thunderbirds review the previous tournament and look for ways to improve,” said 2025 WM Phoenix Open Tournament chairman Matt Mooney. “We’ve been working closely with the PGA TOUR, Scottsdale Police and Fire, title sponsor WM and our other valued partners to make impactful changes for 2025. We are excited to announce these enhancements as the countdown to ‘The People’s Open’ begins.”

The Thunderbirds announced last February that there would be a complete audit of how the tournament is run.

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