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PGA Tour Ends 56-Year Hawaii Tradition, Discontinues Events

4/21/2026

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Summary

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The PGA Tour, led by Brian Rolapp, the PGA Tour CEO, will not hold events in Hawaii in 2027, ending a 56-year tradition.
The Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua will be discontinued.
The Sony Open will be discontinued due to drought conditions.
The American Express is scheduled January 21–24, 2027.
Further details on the schedule are expected in June.

History

Historical Context

The PGA Tour's first event in Hawaii began in 1971, evolving into the prestigious Sentry Tournament of Champions, held at Kapalua since 1999. However, ongoing drought conditions prompted CEO Brian Rolapp to announce the tournament's cancellation after 2027, ending a 73-year tradition. This decision could significantly impact local economies that depend on golf tourism and reshape the future of professional golf in Hawaii.

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Story summary

The PGA Tour, led by Brian Rolapp, the PGA Tour CEO, will not hold events in Hawaii in 2027, ending a 56-year tradition.
The Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua will be discontinued.
The Sony Open will be discontinued due to drought conditions.
The American Express is scheduled January 21–24, 2027.
Further details on the schedule are expected in June.

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