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Source: Fox News
Summary
The PGA Tour has announced that it will not host an event in Hawaii during the 2027 season, ending a 56-year run. The decision comes as the Tour is revamping its schedule. The Sentry, a tournament held at the Plantation Course at Kapalua, was canceled in 2026 due to dying grass and a local dispute. The Sony Open, which served as the Tour’s season opener in 2026, is in its final year of sponsorship and may become part of the PGA Tour Champions circuit.
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The game followed a familiar script.
The PGA Tour’s abrupt departure from Hawaii is a predictable move, given the challenges of hosting events in the Aloha State.
The Tour’s decision to cancel The Sentry and move the Sony Open to the PGA Tour Champions circuit is a blow to the local community, which will miss out on an estimated $150 million in revenue.
The Tour’s revamped schedule is likely to prioritize easier-to-operate venues in the lower 48 states, but the departure from Hawaii will have a significant financial impact on the state.
This one felt recognizable early, with the Tour’s struggles to maintain a presence in Hawaii a recurring theme in recent years.
Original observation: The PGA Tour’s decision to leave Hawaii is a classic case of a slow start leading to a late push to find a new solution.
