2026 PGA TOUR Schedule Celebrates 20th Year of FedExCup with Grand Innovations and Global Reach
In a spectacular announcement that has golf enthusiasts buzzing across the globe, the PGA TOUR unveiled its 2026 schedule, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the FedExCup with bold new changes, historic venues, and an eye toward the sport’s evolving future. This year’s lineup isn’t just another season—it’s a celebration of two decades of elite competition, fierce rivalries, and the relentless pursuit of golf’s most coveted season-long prize.
The 2026 schedule expands to 51 official events, beginning in early January at the Sentry Invitational in Maui, Hawaii, and culminating in late August at the FedExCup finale—the TOUR Championship—now permanently anchored at Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City. This iconic setting, with the Manhattan skyline framing the final stretch, was chosen specifically for this anniversary season. PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan described it as “a stage worthy of the milestone,” honoring the legacy of the FedExCup while showcasing the TOUR’s modern identity.
For the first time, three international events will count toward the FedExCup standings, including the newly minted Emirates Invitational in Dubai, which replaces a traditional U.S. stop to reflect the sport’s global footprint. “Golf is not bound by borders,” Monahan said during the televised schedule release. “As we celebrate 20 years of the FedExCup, we’re opening new fairways around the world.”
Player reaction has been overwhelmingly positive. Two-time FedExCup champion Rory McIlroy called the 2026 layout “the most ambitious and player-centric schedule we’ve seen in years.” The Players Championship remains a spring staple, held in March at TPC Sawgrass, while elevated “Signature Events”—eight in total, including the Genesis Invitational and Arnold Palmer Invitational—return with $25 million purses and limited fields featuring the TOUR’s top 70 performers.
The FedExCup Playoffs retain their three-event format—beginning with the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis, followed by the BMW Championship at Chambers Bay in Washington, before the finale at Liberty National. A notable twist: bonus FedExCup points will now be awarded for top finishes in major championships, a change designed to further emphasize performance on golf’s biggest stages.
The season will also pay tribute to the past. A new documentary series, FedExCup: 20 Years of Excellence, will air in July, featuring legends like Tiger Woods, Vijay Singh, and Justin Thomas reflecting on how the playoff system redefined competitive golf. Meanwhile, each tournament will spotlight a past FedExCup moment—like 2018’s Tiger comeback or 2022’s epic playoff between Patrick Cantlay and Jon Rahm.
As the PGA TOUR moves into this commemorative year, the message is clear: the FedExCup is not just a trophy. It’s a symbol of consistency, brilliance, and drama across an entire season. In 2026, fans will witness not just a champion crowned—but the continuation of a legacy that reshaped golf for generations.
