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PGA Tour Returns to Asheville After 80 Years

11/13/2025

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Summary

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The PGA Tour will return to Asheville, North Carolina, for the Biltmore Championship, the first such event in over 80 years.
The Biltmore Championship will take place at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, September 17–20, 2026.
The event is co-sponsored by the Biltmore Estate and Explore Asheville under a four-year agreement.
Jackson organizers warn their PGA Tour presence could end after losing the title sponsor and seek a new partner.

History

Historical Context

The PGA Tour resumed in 1946 after World War II, marking a revival of professional golf in America. The Biltmore Estate, a historic venue, has hosted numerous events since its opening in 1926. The return of the Biltmore Championship in Asheville, after 80 years, signifies a renewed interest in golf, potentially boosting local tourism and economic growth in the region.

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Story summary

The PGA Tour will return to Asheville, North Carolina, for the Biltmore Championship, the first such event in over 80 years.
The Biltmore Championship will take place at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, September 17–20, 2026.
The event is co-sponsored by the Biltmore Estate and Explore Asheville under a four-year agreement.
Jackson organizers warn their PGA Tour presence could end after losing the title sponsor and seek a new partner.

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