Name: Rob Gronkowski caddies for Will Zalatoris at THE PLAYERS
Uploaded: 2025-03-13T16:28:48.000Z
Duration: 490 s
Description: Ahead of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Rob “Gronk” Gronkowski caddies for Will Zalatoris on Nos. 16 and 17 at TPC Sawgrass. Gronk also tries his luck at the iconic island green.

Following Scottie Scheffler's dominant win at the 2026 The American Express, PGATOUR.COM's Paul Hodowanic recaps the five biggest storylines we saw at La Quinta from Blades Brown's mainstream arrival to Will Zalatoris' encouraging signs.

Five biggest takeaways from The American Express

In the final round of the 2026 American Express, Will Zalatoris's 316-yard drive on the 580-yard, par-5 16th hole landed in the right rough, leaving 275 yards to the hole. His 187-yard shot from the rough landed in the right fairway, 91 yards from the hole. Zalatoris then hit an 89-yard approach shot from the fairway, landing on the left side of the green and leaving 4 feet 4 inches to the hole. He made a 4-foot-4-inch putt for birdie.

Will Zalatoris hits 89-yard approach to 4 feet, sets up birdie on No. 16 at The American Express

Prior to the 2026 The American Express, Will Zalatoris discusses his recent rehabilitation from back surgery and how he has adjusted his golf swing to help with the recovery process, the differences this time compared to his first back injury in 2023, and how he has prepared for his return to action on the PGA TOUR.

Will Zalatoris talks recovery from back surgery, return to PGA TOUR 

In the third round of the 2025 Truist Championship, Will Zalatoris makes a 25-foot birdie putt on the par-3 14th hole.

Will Zalatoris sinks a 25-foot birdie putt on No. 14 at Truist Championship

In the final round of the 2025 RBC Heritage, Will Zalatoris hits tee shot off hill, leading to birdie on the par-3 7th hole.

Will Zalatoris uses hill on tee shot, which leads to birdie at RBC Heritage

In the third round of the 2025 RBC Heritage, Will Zalatoris makes a 8-foot birdie putt on the par-3 7th hole.

Will Zalatoris makes nice birdie putt at RBC Heritage

In the third round of the 2025 RBC Heritage, Will Zalatoris hits a nice chip to set up birdie on the par-5 2nd hole.

Will Zalatoris' chip leads to birdie at RBC Heritage

In the second round of the 2025 RBC Heritage, Will Zalatoris drains 11-foot birdie putt on the par-4 6th hole.

Will Zalatoris drains birdie putt at RBC Heritage

In the second round of the 2025 RBC Heritage, Will Zalatoris puts in putt for birdie on the par-5 2nd hole.

Will Zalatoris puts in birdie putt at RBC Heritage

In the opening round of the 2025 RBC Heritage, Will Zalatoris pours in a 14-foot birdie putt on the par-4 16th hole.

Will Zalatoris pours in birdie putt at RBC Heritage

In the final round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-3 15th hole.

Will Zalatoris chips in birdie after tee shot comes up short at Valspar

In the third round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-5 11th hole.

Will Zalatoris sticks third close to set up birdie at Valspar

In the third round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-4 7th hole.

Will Zalatoris makes 18-foot birdie at Valspar

In the third round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-4 2nd hole.

Will Zalatoris holes birdie at Valspar

In the second round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Will Zalatoris makes a 21-foot birdie putt on the par-5 14th hole.

Will Zalatoris jars 21-footer for birdie at Valspar

In the second round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Will Zalatoris makes a 12-foot birdie putt on the par-4 12th hole.

Will Zalatoris drains 12-footer for birdie at Valspar

In the final round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris rolls in 4-foot birdie putt on the par-3 13th hole.

Will Zalatoris rolls in birdie putt at THE PLAYERS

In the third round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-4 12th hole.

Will Zalatoris' wedge sets up birdie at THE PLAYERS

In the third round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-4 6th hole.

Will Zalatoris throws dart from 148 yards to set up birdie at THE PLAYERS

In the third round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes a 25-foot birdie putt on the par-4 5th hole.

Will Zalatoris rolls in a 25-foot birdie putt at THE PLAYERS

In the third round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes a 24-foot birdie putt on the par-4 1st hole.

Will Zalatoris drains a 24-foot birdie putt at THE PLAYERS

In the second round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-5 9th hole.

Will Zalatoris makes birdie on No. 9 at THE PLAYERS

In the second round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes a 15-foot birdie putt on the par-3 8th hole.

Will Zalatoris drains putt for birdie at THE PLAYERS

In the second round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-5 2nd hole.

Will Zalatoris' quality approach leads to birdie at THE PLAYERS

In the second round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes a 8-foot birdie putt on the par-4 18th hole.

In the second round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-5 16th hole.

Will Zalatoris gets up-and-down for birdie at THE PLAYERS

In the opening round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris' gorgeous tee shot leads to birdie on the par-3 17th hole.

Will Zalatoris stripes tee shot to set up birdie at THE PLAYERS

In the opening round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Will Zalatoris's gorgeous tee shot leads to birdie on the par-3 13th hole.

Will Zalatoris nearly aces No. 13 at THE PLAYERS

Ahead of THE PLAYERS Championship 2025, Rob “Gronk” Gronkowski caddies for Will Zalatoris on Nos. 16 and 17 at TPC Sawgrass. Gronk also tries his luck at the iconic island green.

Rob Gronkowski caddies for Will Zalatoris at THE PLAYERS

In the final round of the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-3 2nd hole.

Will Zalatoris sinks 26-foot birdie putt from the fringe at Arnold Palmer Invitational

In the third round of the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-4 3rd hole.

Will Zalatoris uses the slope to set up birdie at Arnold Palmer Invitational

In the second round of the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, Will Zalatoris makes birdie on the par-5 6th hole.

Will Zalatoris makes birdie on No. 6 at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Rick Gehman joins the Golfbet crew at PGA TOUR Studios to dive into the stats and historical data to help you make your picks for THE PLAYERS Championship this week at TPC Sawgrass.

Golfbet Roundtable: Best bets to make at THE PLAYERS

 Ahead of the 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship, Tommy Fleetwood discusses Luke Donald's leadership style, how comfortable Team Europe feels with him and how the lessons he's learned from Donald could apply to a potential future Ryder Cup captainship.

Tommy Fleetwood on Luke Donald returning as Team Europe's Ryder Cup captain

 Ahead of the 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship, Tommy Fleetwood describes how he focuses on the process of improving every day, even after unlocking a new level of golf from winning the FedExCup.

Tommy Fleetwood on managing expectations after PGA TOUR win

 Ahead of the 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship, Collin Morikawa describes how the extra weight he gained in 2025 and holistic outlook towards fitness has led to speed gains and talks about his mindset on continuously improving.

Collin Morikawa on how he's gained speed

Ahead of the 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship, Collin Morikawa discusses identifying with Viktor Hovland's struggles with his game. He describes how he put in time and energy in the fall of 2025 to prioritize his health and invest in career longevity.

Collin Morikawa on resonating with Viktor Hovland, importance of building career longevity

 Ahead of the 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship, 2021 champion Justin Thomas reflects on his performance at the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, how his thought process felt rusty and his reasons for making his return at a difficult course.

Justin Thomas on his return to competitive golf at Bay Hill

 Ahead of the 2026 THE PLAYERS Championship, 2021 champion Justin Thomas explains how he monitors weather conditions at events and how he judges wind direction at tournaments he's familiar with.

Justin Thomas on why his phone has six weather apps

On the final hole in regulation at the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, Daniel Berger decided to lay up on his approach on the par-4 18th hole at Bay Hill Club & Lodge. The decision paid off, as Berger came up clutch with a par to force a playoff.

Daniel Berger's crucial caddie conversation at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Go behind the scenes with Akshay Bhatia after he claims the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard for his third career PGA TOUR victory. Follow Bhatia as he reflects on the victory with caddie Joe Greiner and views his champion’s locker next to Arnold Palmer’s at Bay Hill Club & Lodge.

Mic’d up with Akshay Bhatia after winning Arnold Palmer Invitational

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy have won THE PLAYERS Championships for the last three years. Scheffler and McIlroy share their respect for each other and discuss the chance to match Jack Nicklaus for the most all-time wins (three) at THE PLAYERS this year.

Scottie vs. Rory | Chasing Jack

Check out the best shots of the week from the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard and 2026 Puerto Rico Open featuring John Daly II, Shane Lowry and Akshay Bhatia.

Akshay Bhatia’s near hole-out albatross leads Shots of the Week

Hear Paul Hodowanic's five biggest storylines and takeaways following the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard including Akshay Bhatia's clutch performance, Ludvig Åberg showing signs of returning to form and more.

The Five: Biggest takeaways from Arnold Palmer Invitational

After winning his third PGA TOUR title at the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational, Akshay Bhatia talks about how special it is to win at Arnie's place, winning his first Signature Event, the state of his game and the outlook he has on the rest of the 2026 season.

Akshay Bhatia news conference after winning Arnold Palmer

Check out all the best shots from the final round of the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational, featuring Akshay Bhatia, Daniel Berger, Rickie Fowler and Collin Morikawa, among others.

Highlights | Round 4 | Arnold Palmer | 2026

In the final round of the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational, Akshay Bhatia shot 3-under 69 to force a playoff with Daniel Berger. On the first playoff hole, Bhatia made par to win his third PGA TOUR title.

Akshay Bhatia’s Round 4 highlights from Arnold Palmer

After winning his third PGA TOUR title at the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational, Akshay Bhatia talks about coming back from five shots down on his back nine to get into a playoff, the best 6-iron of his life on the par-5 16th to make a critical eagle and winning his first signature event at Arnie's place.

Akshay Bhatia interview after winning Arnold Palmer

After losing to Akshay Bhatia on the first playoff hole at the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational, Daniel Berger discusses the takeaways after playing well at a challenging Bay Hill Club and Lodge, overcoming injury and contending for his first victory since 2021.

Daniel Berger interview after playoff loss at Arnold Palmer

Check out the top bets that cashed this week at the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, where Akshay Bhatia came from behind to take down Daniel Berger in the first playoff at Bay Hill Club & Lodge since 1999.

Rob Gronkowski caddies for Will Zalatoris at THE PLAYERS

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Tommy Fleetwood on Luke Donald returning as Team Europe's Ryder Cup captain

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Collin Morikawa on how he's gained speed

Collin Morikawa on resonating with Viktor Hovland, importance of building career longevity

Justin Thomas on his return to competitive golf at Bay Hill

Justin Thomas on why his phone has six weather apps

Daniel Berger's crucial caddie conversation at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Mic’d up with Akshay Bhatia after winning Arnold Palmer Invitational

Scottie vs. Rory | Chasing Jack

Akshay Bhatia’s near hole-out albatross leads Shots of the Week

The Five: Biggest takeaways from Arnold Palmer Invitational

Akshay Bhatia news conference after winning Arnold Palmer

Highlights | Round 4 | Arnold Palmer | 2026

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Akshay Bhatia interview after winning Arnold Palmer

Daniel Berger interview after playoff loss at Arnold Palmer

Winning wagers: Top five bets that hit at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Five biggest takeaways from The American Express

Will Zalatoris hits 89-yard approach to 4 feet, sets up birdie on No. 16 at The American Express

Will Zalatoris talks recovery from back surgery, return to PGA TOUR

Will Zalatoris sinks a 25-foot birdie putt on No. 14 at Truist Championship

Will Zalatoris uses hill on tee shot, which leads to birdie at RBC Heritage

Will Zalatoris makes nice birdie putt at RBC Heritage

Will Zalatoris' chip leads to birdie at RBC Heritage

Will Zalatoris drains birdie putt at RBC Heritage

Will Zalatoris puts in birdie putt at RBC Heritage

Will Zalatoris pours in birdie putt at RBC Heritage

Will Zalatoris chips in birdie after tee shot comes up short at Valspar

Will Zalatoris sticks third close to set up birdie at Valspar

Will Zalatoris makes 18-foot birdie at Valspar

Will Zalatoris holes birdie at Valspar

Will Zalatoris jars 21-footer for birdie at Valspar

Will Zalatoris drains 12-footer for birdie at Valspar

Will Zalatoris rolls in birdie putt at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris' wedge sets up birdie at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris throws dart from 148 yards to set up birdie at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris rolls in a 25-foot birdie putt at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris drains a 24-foot birdie putt at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris makes birdie on No. 9 at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris drains putt for birdie at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris' quality approach leads to birdie at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris rolls in birdie putt at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris gets up-and-down for birdie at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris stripes tee shot to set up birdie at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris nearly aces No. 13 at THE PLAYERS

Will Zalatoris sinks 26-foot birdie putt from the fringe at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Will Zalatoris uses the slope to set up birdie at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Will Zalatoris makes birdie on No. 6 at Arnold Palmer Invitational