Full Breakdown
TGL 2026 Playoffs Semifinals: Los Angeles and Jupiter Links Advance to Finals
3/18/2026, 8:47:11 PM
Semifinal Match Overview
The 2026 TGL playoffs commenced on March 17 at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, featuring two semifinal matches. The first match saw the Atlanta Drive Golf Club, the defending champions, face off against the Los Angeles Golf Club. The second match pitted the Boston Common Golf Club against the Jupiter Links Golf Club. Los Angeles secured a spot in the finals by defeating Atlanta 6-4, while Jupiter Links triumphed over Boston Common with a score of 9-5.
Match Highlights
In the opening match, Atlanta Drive Golf Club initially took the lead with Chris Gotterup sinking a putt from 13 feet on Hole 1. However, Los Angeles Golf Club responded with Justin Rose scoring a long putt from 24 feet, narrowing Atlanta's lead. The turning point came on Hole 13 when Rose's successful putt allowed Los Angeles to take a 5-4 lead, ultimately sealing their victory.
In the second match, Adam Scott of Boston Common scored first, but Jupiter Links quickly equalized with Max Homa's chip shot on Hole 2. Tom Kim then put Jupiter in front on Hole 7, and despite Boston's efforts, Jupiter maintained control, culminating in their 9-5 win.
Key Players and Lineups
Los Angeles Golf Club's lineup included Justin Rose, Tommy Fleetwood, and Sahith Theegala, while Atlanta was represented by Patrick Cantlay, Billy Horschel, and Chris Gotterup. Boston Common featured Rory McIlroy, Keegan Bradley, and Adam Scott, whereas Jupiter Links relied on Max Homa, Akshay Bhatia, and Tom Kim. Notably, both teams were without key players: Justin Thomas for Atlanta and Tiger Woods for Jupiter Links, who is recovering from back surgery.
Official Statements & Responses
Keegan Bradley expressed pride in Boston Common's journey from a winless inaugural season to the top seed in the playoffs, stating, "We put the work in... this means a lot to us, playing for the city of Boston." Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy, who played despite recent back issues, emphasized the team's excitement about their playoff position.
Criticism & Opposition
Despite the excitement surrounding the playoffs, some critics pointed out the absence of major stars like Tiger Woods, which they believe diminishes the competitive edge of the matches. Woods' absence was particularly noted as he has yet to compete this season due to recovery from surgery.
What's Next
The finals of the TGL playoffs are scheduled for March 23-24, where Los Angeles Golf Club will face Jupiter Links Golf Club in a best-of-three series. The matches will be broadcast on ESPN, with the first match set for March 23 at 9 p.m. ET.
Verbatim Quotes
- "We put the work in... this means a lot to us, playing for the city of Boston." — Keegan Bradley, Boston Common Golf
- "We're really excited to go up against Boston." — Tom Kim, Jupiter Links Golf
The TGL playoffs have showcased competitive spirit and strategic play, setting the stage for an exciting championship series ahead.
