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Unlike the four men’s majors, the PGA Tour owns the Players, holding it at the course that lies within a mile of PGA Tour headquarters. With that said, the winner receives a three-year invitation to the Masters Tournament, and three-year exemptions for the U.S. Open, the Open Championship and the PGA Championship. All good things to have.
Rory McIlroy offers his candid perspective on The Players Championship's status among golf's majors and suggests a change for the PGA Championship.
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Lynch: Brian Rolapp has a vision, but the PGA Tour has a different reality. This week illustrates it
PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp faces a complex reality as he tries to streamline the tour, balancing elite events with member needs.
Tiger Woods provided an update on his recovery from disc replacement surgery and an Achilles injury, hinting at a potential return at the Masters and discussing upcoming PGA Tour schedule changes.
The Players Championship offers a free Fan Weekend March 6-8 with activities like a 17th Hole Challenge and job fairs.
The PGA Tour schedule shifts East for the Florida Swing beginning this week as the 2026 Cognizant Classic brings the Tour to the Palm Beaches, where players will attempt to tame the Bear Trap at PGA National's Champion Course.
The Cognizant Classic has experienced a notable identity crisis regarding its field strength over the last decade. Historically, the event benefited from its South Florida location, serving as the hometown event for stars like Tiger Woods, McIlroy, and Justin Thomas, who lived nearby in Jupiter.
The Cognizant Classic, formerly the Honda Classic, faces an uncertain future as the PGA Tour plans major schedule changes.