The PGA Tour announced that The Sentry tournament in Maui will not be held in 2026 due to logistical challenges and ongoing drought conditions at Kapalua, with the season starting instead at the Sony Open in Honolulu. The event's sponsor, Sentry, remains committed to the tour through 2035.
The PGA Tour's season-opening event, The Sentry, will be relocated from Maui due to severe drought conditions that have made the course unplayable, with officials and Hawaii authorities prioritizing water conservation and community support.
The PGA TOUR announced that The Sentry golf tournament will not be held at Kapalua in 2026 due to ongoing drought conditions and logistical challenges on Maui, impacting the course's condition and event planning.
The PGA Tour will not host its season opener at Kapalua in Hawaii due to ongoing drought and water disputes affecting the golf course, with plans to find a new location or date for The Sentry tournament in 2025, while the Sony Open remains unaffected.
The article highlights sleeper picks for the PGA TOUR event at the Plantation Course in Kapalua, Hawaii, focusing on players who present value for various betting categories but did not appear in Rob's Power Rankings. J.T. Poston is a notable pick for an outright win, with his scoring ability and familiarity with the course. Russell Henley is considered a strong contender for a top 5 finish due to his precision and past performance at Kapalua. Akshay Bhatia, despite being a debutant, is favored for a top 10 finish because of his adaptability to windy conditions. Erik van Rooyen and Tom Hoge are both seen as solid choices for top 20 finishes, with recent successes and course history to back them up. The article also reminds readers to gamble responsibly and provides information for a gambling problem hotline.
The PGA Tour plans to open its 2024 season with The Sentry tournament at the Plantation Course at Kapalua, despite the devastating wildfires on Maui. Commissioner Jay Monahan expressed the tour's commitment to playing at Kapalua and being a part of the revitalization efforts. The wildfires, which have become the deadliest natural disaster in state history, destroyed parts of Lahaina but spared Kapalua. The tournament is scheduled for January 4-7 and will feature tournament winners from the previous season and top-ranked players. The tour has not explored alternative options and is focused on returning to Kapalua.