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PGA Tour Champions Unveils 2026 Schedule with 28 Events

10/29/2025

Summary

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PGA Tour Champions announced its 2026 schedule with 28 events and $69 million in prize money.
The season opens January 19–24, 2026 with the Mitsubishi Electric Championship in Hawaii.
New tournaments include the Portugal Invitational in Algarve and the Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic in Pennsylvania.
The tour will visit 18 U.S. states and four countries—Morocco, Scotland, Portugal, and Canada—ending November 9–15, 2026 with the Charles Schwab Cup Championship in Phoenix.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1968, the PGA Tour transformed professional golf by introducing structured tournaments and prize money. By 2026, the PGA Tour Champions will host 28 events with a total purse of $69 million, highlighting golf's global expansion. This growth reflects the sport's increasing accessibility and its ability to engage diverse international audiences, significantly impacting the economy across multiple countries.

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Story summary

PGA Tour Champions announced its 2026 schedule with 28 events and $69 million in prize money.
The season opens January 19–24, 2026 with the Mitsubishi Electric Championship in Hawaii.
New tournaments include the Portugal Invitational in Algarve and the Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic in Pennsylvania.
The tour will visit 18 U.S. states and four countries—Morocco, Scotland, Portugal, and Canada—ending November 9–15, 2026 with the Charles Schwab Cup Championship in Phoenix.

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