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A tale of two tours: PGA Tour approves two-tiered system in 2028 with expanded fields
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 23, 2026
· 5 min read
Tiger Woods said the objective was to create the best version of the PGA Tour. The answer Tuesday was a major shakeup to its model that effectively creates two tours, expanding the field for the elite tier and cutting in half prize money for the secondary tier.The new system is to start in 2028, ...
Key takeaway The new system is to start in 2028, and the Future Competition Committee that Woods leads still has work left on key details.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The PGA Tour's new two-tiered system, set to start in 2028, will likely have a ripple effect on the San Antonio golf scene. With the expanded fields in the elite Championship Series, local golf fans may have more opportunities to see top players in action. The fact that the new system will feature a rotation of prestigious courses instead of always going to East Lake in Atlanta could potentially bring high-profile tournaments to Texas, possibly even to courses in the San Antonio area. This could be a boon for local businesses and golf enthusiasts, who may be able to catch a glimpse of the world's best players competing in person. As the details of the new system are fleshed out, San Antonio golf fans will be watching to see if any of the Championship Series events will be held in their backyard.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 5 min
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