PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. – Hip-hop star and Atlanta-born rapper Ludacris is breaking the country roots at The Players Championship and hitting the stage on Wednesday.
He headlined the concert that was held on the No. 17 island green hole. His performance followed the Military Appreciation Day ceremony.
Championship attendees were excited to see him perform, recalling the nostalgia the rapper’s music brings to the event.
“I grew up listening to him. He was definitely good on ‘Fast and Furious.’ That’s one of my favorites,” one man told News4JAX.
“I’m excited, man. I grew up on 90s and 2000s music. Luda’s the man,” another attendee said, who also told News4JAX that his son was also excited to watch the performance, despite not knowing any of Luadcris’ music.
The tournament will go on from March 11-15. Here’s what you need to know if you plan to attend:
If you are heading out to the tournament in Ponte Vedra Beach this week, here are some things to keep in mind:
- Gates open at 7:30 a.m. each day.
- Parking is not included. You must buy a pass online ahead of time. And a separate pass is required for each day of the tournament you attend. You can purchase passes here.
- Fans with a handicap parking hang tag must still purchase a parking pass for the general parking lot (off CR 210). Once parked, golf carts will transport them to designated locations on the course.
- If you’re taking a rideshare, drivers will drop you off at the Couples Entry — that’s right by the 15th hole.
- Coming by bike or golf cart? There’s free parking inside Gate B near the Sawgrass Marriott. But remember to bring your own bike lock.
- Everything is cashless, so you’ll need digital or card payment.
- Bags must meet tournament size rules. Clear bags can be up to 12x6x12 inches, and opaque bags can be up to 6x6x6 inches.
- Fans are allowed to bring their own food in a 1-gallon clear plastic bag, with food items wrapped in clear wrap.
- Reusable plastic or metal cups (up to 32 oz.) are also permitted, but must be empty when you enter.
- Free fan lockers are available by the main parking lot and the rideshare area.
- Express Entry is now available with PGA Tour photo validation that lets you skip the line. Here’s how to sign up for free
- You can review the Fan Code of Conduct here.