THE all-new high-tech TGL golf league gets underway next week after a year delay.
The indoor golf league was founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TMRW Sports.
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Rickie Fowler hits into the massive simulator screen at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens
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Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy founding the league that gets underway next week on Sky Sports
The golf league was postponed for a year until 2025 after the purpose-built Sofi Arena sustained severe damage as the white roof had fallen through after a storm.
The opening night rosters are now finalised with New York Golf Club’s Rickie Fowler, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Xander Schauffele set to face off against the Bay’s Shane Lowry, Wyndham Clark, and Ludvig Aberg.
New York native Cam Young will not feature for New York on Tuesday, while Min Woo Lee will be absent from the Bay’s lineup.
Six teams comprising 24 mic’d up stars of the PGA Tour will compete across a 15-match regular season at the 1,500-capacity arena in Palm Beach Gardens.
All the teams and dates have been confirmed for the high-tech venture that has American fans excited.
When time does TGL make its debut?
New York Golf Club vs The Bay gets underway from the SOFI Arena in Palm Beach Garden in Florida at 2am on Wednesday, January 8.
Where can I watch it?
All the action is live on Sky Sports Golf from 2am with the matches set to last two hours.
You can also stream the action on SKY GO.
How does it work?
Six TGL teams representing six different cities will go head-to-head in a season-long competition at SoFi Center, a first-of-its-kind venue built specifically for TGL with every shot live.
All the players mic’d up, bringing unprecedented access to the competition for golf fans.
What are the rules? TGL Rules and Format
1. Team Competition:
Six teams, each consisting of three PGA Tour players, compete in head-to-head matches throughout the season.Points are awarded for match victories, contributing to a season-long leaderboard.
2. Match Play Format:
Each match features a team-based battle, lasting approximately 2 hours to ensure a fast-paced and engaging experience.
3. Shot Clock:
A strict 40-second shot clock is enforced for each player.Penalties are applied for exceeding the time limit, encouraging quick decisions and maintaining the match’s tempo.
4. High-Tech Venue:
Matches are held in a cutting-edge virtual arena featuring advanced simulators for long shots.A separate short-game area is used for putting and chipping challenges, adding a real-life element to critical parts of the game.
5. Technology Integration:
State-of-the-art simulators replicate real-world course conditions with precise ball flight and spin measurement.The short-game complex enhances the authenticity of putting and chipping.
