(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
PGA Tour to Skip Hawaii in 2027 for First Time in 56 Years
The PGA Tour will not stage an event in Hawaii in 2027, marking the first time in 56 years that the tour will be absent from the island state.
The decision comes as part of a broader schedule change that moves away from starting the season in Hawaii. The tour confirmed the update after recent discussions about future planning and event restructuring.
Earlier, the season-opening event known as The Sentry was canceled due to issues at the Plantation Course in Kapalua, Maui, where drought conditions and water supply restrictions impacted course conditions.
Additionally, the Sony Open in Hawaii on Oahu was in its final year of sponsorship, raising further uncertainty about the tour’s long-term presence in the region.
Officials said the changes are part of efforts to restructure the calendar and explore new formats, including potential alignment of certain events with the PGA Tour Champions schedule.
In a statement, the PGA Tour expressed appreciation for the support received from local organizers, including Kapalua Resort, Maui County, and the state of Hawaii, along with fans, partners, and volunteers who have contributed over the years.
The shift marks the end of a long-standing tradition, as Hawaii has hosted PGA Tour events consistently for more than five decades, particularly as the traditional opening stop of the season.
