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Developing·Sep 15, 2026

PGA Tour sets 2028 two-tier system and maintains LIV stance

PGA Tour announces 2028 two-tier system with Championship and Challenger series plus annual movement.
New 300-point winner system and last-chance series to begin transition in 2027 season.

2 stories · 28 sources

Zach Johnson Wins Fifth PGA Tour Champions Title in 14 Starts — 5dZach Johnson birdied the final two holes to edge Ben Crane by one stroke for his fifth PGA Tour Champions title in 14 starts.

Dana Whitfield At 50 he's already got five wins in 14 starts which shows real dominance on this tour.

PGA Tour Rules Out Further LIV Player Returns — 5dThe PGA Tour has reiterated that it is not considering a returning-member programme for LIV Golf players, even as Brooks Koepka previously returned under a limited-time path; Commissioner Brian Rolapp stressed accountability and a focus on the Tour's future as it rolls out a two-tier system in 2028. LIV Golf’s bankruptcy filing has left several top players as unsecured creditors, with the Public Investment Fund owning LIV's equity and signaling a potential reorganization toward early 2027.

PGA Tour Details Two-Tier System for 2028Sports — 6dThe PGA Tour announced a two-tier 2028 competition structure with Championship Series and Challenger Series, featuring annual movement between tiers and a new 300-point winner’s system, plus a “last chance” series and revised eligibility paths based on 2026–27 performance. The transition will begin with the 2027 season as it finalizes criteria and pathways leading into 2028, aiming to preserve meritocracy and clarity for players and fans alike.

Justin Thomas Withdraws From FedExCup Fall Opener — 5dThe PGA Tour’s FedExCup Fall kicks off with the inaugural Biltmore Championship Asheville, drawing several Presidents Cup contenders as a prelude to the team event. Justin Thomas withdrew from the field and was replaced by Cameron Champ, as Thomas prepares for his fourth Presidents Cup after injuries and a late-season return.

Marcus Bell Champ gets a nice opportunity to play his way into form before the team event starts.

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Scheffler Wins Tour Championship, Sets Earnings Mark — Aug 30, 2026Scottie Scheffler rallied from a three-shot deficit to win the PGA Tour Championship at East Lake, capturing the $10 million prize and his FedEx Cup title for the year. The victory pushed his career earnings to about $130.39 million, surpassing Tiger Woods as the PGA Tour’s all-time money leader.

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PGA Tour 2027 Schedule Unveiled — Aug 26, 2026The PGA Tour has released its 2027 schedule with minor changes and no major alterations to most events, while confirming dates for the major championships and notable adjustments like the Cadillac Championship moving earlier and the U.S. Open returning to Pebble Beach. Looking ahead, the Tour plans a sweeping 2028 overhaul that will split into a Championship Series and a Challenger Series, plus a redesigned Tour Championship format and scheduling shifts such as Hawaii’s absence in 2027.

Legendary Golfer Fuzzy Zoeller Dies at 74 — Nov 28, 2025Fuzzy Zoeller, one of the most colorful golfers in PGA Tour history, has died. He was 74. The PGA Tour announced his death Thursday on X. “The PGA Tour is saddened by the passing of Fuzzy Zoeller,” Jay Monahan…

PGA Tour Plans Two-Week Match Play Championship 2028 — Aug 25, 2026The PGA Tour will introduce a two-week, match-play Tour Championship starting in 2028, featuring a 90-player stroke-play opening, a top-32 cut into eight groups, and a final 16 competing in match play, with the season-long champion still rewarded overall. Rory McIlroy welcomed the revamp, praising its fan-driven direction and noting the plan’s new structure and incentives, alongside broader tiered changes to the tour schedule.

Finchem, Wife Donate $13 Million to Tour Charities — Aug 24, 2026Tim Finchem and his wife Holly donate $13 million to launch a revamped PGA Tour Charities, transforming its 501(c)(3) arm into a direct platform for national campaigns around health, youth, access and service. The gift accompanies the tour’s shift toward coordinated philanthropy alongside its for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises, with leadership input from Laura Neal and players such as Lucas Glover, aiming for broader impact by 2028 and updates anticipated for 2027.

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Asian Tour Forms Alliance with PGA and DP WorldSports — Jul 21, 2026The PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Asian Tour have unveiled a multi-year partnership through 2029 to co-sanction events and create pathways for Asian Tour members to reach the DP World Tour and PGA Tour, expanding opportunities and strengthening the global golf ecosystem. The move signals a shift away from LIV Golf amid Saudi funding changes and underscores efforts to secure diversified, international pathways for players.

PGA Tour Unveils Two-Track Postseason Playoffs — Aug 25, 2026The PGA Tour is restructuring its postseason for 2028 into a two-track system: a season-ending Championship Series Finale (a 72-hole stroke-play event for the top 90) followed by a two-week, match-play Tour Championship held at rotating venues, beginning with a World Cup–style group stage and culminating in a four-round knockout to crown the champion. The change marks the first use of match play in the Tour Championship since 2023 and introduces rotating hosts, with the tour seeking multiple sponsors to support the new format.

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PGA Tour Golfer Dies a Day After Suddenly Withdrawing from TournamentReporting — May 27, 2024Months after winning the Sony Open in Hawaii, PGA Tour golfer Grayson Murray died Saturday at the age of 30. No details were given about the cause of his death . Murray had been playing in the Charles Schwab Challenge…

PGA Tour centralizes schedule, reshapes postseason — Aug 17, 2026The PGA Tour is advancing a major restructuring of its championship format and schedule through 2028, adding a seven-event Championship Series, expanding the Challenger Series with new network TV opportunities, and renewing key sponsorships, while signaling upcoming format details at the Tour Championship. At the same time, players weigh the best path for awards and scheduling, debating criteria for Player of the Year and where top men’s events should be staged to maximize viewership and competition.

LeBron James, PGA Tour plans Akron Invitational 2027 — Aug 25, 2026The LeBron James Family Foundation and the PGA Tour announced the LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational, a two-day charity golf event in Akron, Ohio, starting July 6-7, 2027 at Firestone Country Club. The event will pair amateurs and Pro-Bound Five pros with off-course mentorship from I PROMISE students and aims to raise funds for Akron while advancing opportunities for aspiring players through the Pathway to Progression program.

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Jackson Koivun, 21, becomes youngest US Presidents Cup pick since Spieth — Sep 2, 2026Jackson Koivun has been named a captain’s pick by Brandt Snedeker to join Team USA for the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah, marking him as the youngest American selected for the event since Jordan Spieth. A former Auburn star who turned pro in June, Koivun has already claimed a PGA Tour win at the 3M Open and earned a string of top amateur honors, fueling expectations for his Presidents Cup debut.

Maya Lindstrom Spieth comparisons are heavy for a guy who just turned pro in June. Hope the pressure doesn't get to him before the actual event.

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Kim 59 Leads 3M Open; Sub-60 History — Jul 23, 2026Michael Kim shot a 59 at the 3M Open, the first sub-60 round of the PGA Tour season and the 16th such score in Tour history, setting a course record at TPC Twin Cities. He finished with a dramatic 24-foot birdie at No. 18 to seal a 12-under performance.

Block leads Ally Challenge by two — Aug 29, 2026Michael Block surged to a two-shot lead at the Ally Challenge with a bogey-free 65, matching Steven Alker who sits two back after carding a 65 as well, as Block contends for his first PGA Tour Champions title on a sponsor exemption. The crowd-favorite, who has been climbing the senior circuit with consistent results, faces a final round that could cement his rising status amid ongoing scrutiny of his high-profile journey.

PGA Tour Golfer After Incredible Win: ‘Jesus Christ Changed My Life,’ But Today Won’tOpinion — Jan 17, 2024Surrendering to Jesus Christ changes lives. There’s no denying it. Psychologists and sociologists might try to reduce Christian conversion to a function of the brain or an act of will. Atheists might write it off as a…

LIV Golf Lays Off Majority as PIF Funding Ends — Aug 26, 2026LIV Golf is laying off the majority of its workforce as funding from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund winds down, signaling a transition to LIV 2.0 and ongoing efforts to secure new backing while noting staff reductions in the United States and Britain. With the watershed funding uncertain, some players may face a choice between commitments to LIV and potential return to the PGA Tour, which has not indicated plans to restart its former member program.

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LIV Golf Ends 2026 Season in Indianapolis — Aug 15, 2026LIV Golf faces a fragile funding outlook after the PIF announced it will withdraw support at season’s end, even as the league works toward a 2.0 version with a new lead investor and a slimmer schedule. Ian Poulter warns there is a hard Sept. 1 deadline to raise about $300 million, highlighting precarious futures for players who must choose between LIV’s path, the DP World Tour, or the PGA Tour as negotiations continue and some LIV events are canceled or scaled back.

Franklin Graham Applauds Masters Champion After Hearing His Bold Statement to the MediaReporting — Apr 12, 2022Scottie Scheffler has been one of the hottest professional athletes in the country over the last two months. Since breaking through with his first PGA Tour win on Feb. 13 at the WM Phoenix Open, he has added three more…

Jim Furyk Named Lead Analyst for Golf Channel Major Coverage — Aug 26, 2026Jim Furyk is expanding to a multiyear lead analyst role for Golf Channel and USA Sports covering the PGA Tour and men's majors starting in 2027, while also serving as the U.S. Ryder Cup captain for 2027 at Adare Manor. Executives and Furyk emphasize his experience and preparation, with coverage noting a trial in 2026 and involvement with Live From The Masters, though contract length remains undisclosed amid positive reception and ongoing fan debate.

LIV Golf Faces Uncertain Future After PIF Exits — Jul 21, 2026With Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund pulling its funding, LIV Golf faces a fragile future and may need outside investment, even as star players like Jon Rahm weigh their options and seek clarity. Rahm remains optimistic and says he’s in contact with LIV while continuing to compete on the DP World Tour under a recent release, but he’s not sharing specifics about his 2027 plans as the league negotiates its next steps and potential pathways to the PGA Tour or Ryder Cup eligibility.

Watch: Stunning 34-Second Putt at PGA Championship Deemed Too Long, Leads to PenaltyReporting — May 21, 2023It’s all fun and games until the rule book comes into play. Professional golfer Lee Hodges has had himself a very bad outing at the ongoing PGA Championship. He was tied for 67th place in the tournament with an ugly…

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