The BMW Championship features the top players who excelled during the regular season. While it has a lower prominence than The Players Championship, it is nevertheless extremely competitive. The venue changes to a prominent and demanding course each year.

The Players Championship, on the other hand, is commonly referred to as the "fifth major" because of its reputation and high level of competitiveness. It attracts golfers from all around the world, as well as regular Professional Golfers' Association of America members.