VIDEO REPORT: Zurich Classic looks to build on banner year as Irish stars try to defend team title [Video]

The reigning Zurich Classic champions are coming back to New Orleans this year to defend their title.Rory McIlroy, winner of four tournaments last season and two already this year, and Shane Lowry, who scored seven top-10 finishes last season to go with his win here, will defend their crown at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.Collin Morikawa, currently ranked fourth in the world, will team with Kurt Kitayama for a second consecutive year in the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, announced Steve Worthy, CEO of the Fore!Kids Foundation, producer of the tournament.“Collin and Kurt posted some very low scores in the best ball format last year ,” said Worthy. “Clearly they are comfortable with each other, and we are excited to have them repeat as partners,” Worthy added.Morikawa is currently ranked fourth in the world and has been ranked as high as second in the world. He is also …