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sports1 year ago

PGA Tour Approves Major Overhaul to Competition Structure and Player Eligibility

The PGA TOUR Policy Board has approved several competitive changes to enhance the PGA TOUR's structure, including adjustments to eligibility, field sizes, and the FedExCup points system. These changes, supported by the Player Advisory Council, aim to provide equitable playing opportunities and improve the fan experience. Key changes include reducing the number of players in certain tournaments, altering the FedExCup points distribution, and modifying the criteria for PGA TOUR membership. These adjustments will be implemented between 2025 and 2026.

sports2 years ago

Tiger Woods Takes on Leadership Role in PGA Tour, Enhancing Legacy at Critical Point

Tiger Woods has been added as a sixth player director to the Player Advisory Council (PAC) of the PGA Tour, aiming to enhance transparency and provide a voice for players in the wake of the controversial alignment with Saudi-backed LIV Golf. Woods' addition to the PAC comes at a critical time for the PGA Tour, offering him an opportunity to make a significant impact off the golf course and shape the future of the sport.

sports2 years ago

PGA Tour Stars Condemn Journalist's Controversial Opinions and Personal Attacks

Golfers Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler, Adam Scott, and Will Zalatoris have come to the defense of Patrick Cantlay after journalist Eamon Lynch accused him of rallying players against the PGA Tour's agreement with the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund. Scott initially criticized Lynch's article on Instagram, questioning its place in the debate, while Cantlay expressed confusion rather than anger about the pending deal. Cantlay serves as a director on the PGA Tour's Player Advisory Council, and the support from fellow council members Scott, Fowler, and Zalatoris suggests that other players likely back Cantlay as well.