What Happened
The PGA Tour has approved a new two-tiered system that will be implemented starting in the 2028 season. This significant structural change was announced by PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp during a news conference held on March 11, 2026, at the PGA Tour Global Home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
Rolapp addressed tournament sponsors and Tour employees, outlining the forthcoming alterations to the tour's schedule and competitive format. The approved changes include a revamp of the tour's schedule, with the new two-tiered system designed to reshape the professional golf landscape.
While specific details of the two-tiered system and expanded fields were mentioned, the primary focus of the announcements centered on the upcoming structural and scheduling modifications. The PGA Tour's decision signals a strategic shift in how the tour will operate and present its competitions in the coming years.
Key Facts
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The PGA Tour has approved a two-tiered system.
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The two-tiered system is scheduled to begin in 2028.
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The PGA Tour has announced sweeping changes to its schedule.
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PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp addressed the changes.
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The announcement was made during a news conference on March 11, 2026.
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The news conference took place at the PGA Tour Global Home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
