The world of golf always introduces new competitions. These tournaments might include brand-new events for the circuit as well as updated iterations of past competitions. Additionally, they can draw more spectators and corporate sponsors to the sport, which will ultimately boost its acceptance and financial viability. And that is certainly something the PGA Tour hopes to bring forth with its recent announcement of a new tournament.
Since LIV Golf emerged last summer, the PGA Tour has seen many new changes to keep up with the competition. And continuing to grow, the Tour has now made yet another change with the introduction of a brand new tournament at one of the best golf courses in the world.
The PGA Tour announces a new tournament at a history-rich site
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Of late, the Tour has surprised the fans with many different changes, and now yet another follows. The PGA Tour announced the launch of a new tournament in South Carolina at a history-rich, 74-year-old golf course. The event, the Myrtle Beach Classic, will debut next year at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club.
The new competition has already found a sponsor in Visit Myrtle Beach, having recently signed a four-year agreement, and the event will take place as part of the PGA Tour’s FedExCup regular season in 2024. It will be held in the same week as the FedExCup event as a full-field extra event, with the winner of the first tournament walking away with 300 FedExCup points and a part of a whopping $3.9 million purse. The dates of the tournament are not fixed yet and will be announced only when the FedExCup 2024’s full schedule is released.
A new tournament in South Carolina is set to debut in 2024 ⛳️
The Myrtle Beach Classic will be one of two stops in the Palmetto State next year.
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) May 10, 2023
According to the official PGA Tour news, all of this was unveiled at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club just hours ago, which will host the tournament next year. The hosting club is the second oldest in Myrtle Beach and was built in 1947 by Robert Trent Jones Sr. Situated in the Golfing Capital of America, the Dunes Golf and Beach Club has been under two separate projects of renovation, the second one making a splash of over $6 million!
The iconic course has hosted many significant events in the history of the sport, including one Women’s US Open and six Senior Tour major championships. Therefore, it is not a surprise that the announcement has spread like wildfire in the golf community, with many having excited and bold opinions about the Tour’s latest addition!
Fans in a frenzy after big news surfaces online
This revelation has gotten the golf world excited, grabbing the interest of followers all around the world. It’s obvious that this news has resonated with the general public, and it will undoubtedly have a significant effect on the sector and the people involved. Some of the fan responses include:
One enthusiast surely seemed excited about the event.
Can’t wait!!
— George (@Yiorgoman) May 10, 2023
Another fan praised the venue and is already waiting eagerly for the event tickets.
Awesome club. Played it several times and it’s a true test. Can’t wait to get tickets.
— KRbb (@RabbKeith) May 10, 2023
Another user also seemed in favor of the decision.
Incredible for the state! Great facility!
— Troy Miller (@Trichmiller7) May 10, 2023
Meanwhile, another fan is already counting the days.
When will tickets go on sale?
— Lindsay Hickman (@lindsayhickman_) May 10, 2023
Furthermore, a fan used all his thinking and linked this new development with LIV Golf.
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New PGATOUR marketing chief is…LIV Golf.
— jim h (@jimh16344529) May 10, 2023
Fans are anxiously anticipating further details as speculation and excitement reach a fever pitch. Ahead of the next tournament, the supporters are anxiously awaiting additional details. They surely will have a voracious appetite for information on the procedures, participants, and timetable.
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The event is clearly building up to be a great hit, even a year ahead! Wouldn’t you agree? Let us know in the comments below.
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