The PGA Tour has announced the relocation of the Genesis Invitational, hosted by Tiger Woods, from its usual home at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles to Torrey Pines in San Diego due to the devastating wildfires that have ravaged the area.
The PGA Tour is relocating its flagship Genesis Invitational out of wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles , announcing Friday it will be held February 13-16 on the South course at Torrey Pines in San Diego . The tournament, hosted by Tiger Woods , will emphasize relief initiatives for victims of the devastating fires. This move grants Torrey Pines two tournaments in a span of four weeks, as it is currently hosting the third round of the Farmers Insurance Open .
\The tour emphasized that while Riviera Country Club remains the home of the Genesis Invitational, this year's move to Torrey Pines allows them to utilize existing infrastructure and support those affected by the fires in the Los Angeles area. Tiger Woods himself echoed this sentiment, stating that while Riviera is the home course, he is looking forward to playing on another championship caliber golf course this year and using the tournament to support those affected by the fires in the LA area. \The announcement came as the South course at Torrey Pines was gearing up for the third round of the Farmers Insurance Open. This swift turnaround allows the tour to leverage existing infrastructure and resources. Marty Gorsich, the CEO of the Century Club of San Diego that runs the Farmers Insurance Open, expressed the community's willingness to help. He emphasized that this wasn't about competition, but about supporting their fellow Southern Californians in need. This move presents an opportunity for San Diego to rally around Los Angeles, offering a helping hand and a platform to continue their recovery efforts. \While Woods has not confirmed his participation, the Genesis Invitational marks a potential return for Woods, who has only played in one non-major since his 2021 car accident in Los Angeles. Woods boasts an impressive record at Torrey Pines, with eight professional victories, including the 2008 U.S. Open. This marks the first time since 1998 that the Los Angeles Open, now known as the Genesis Invitational, will be held outside of Riviera. This shift highlights the resilience of Los Angeles and the need for continued support for the ongoing recovery efforts. The PGA Tour Commissioner, Jay Monahan, expressed the collective commitment to using this event as a platform to showcase Los Angeles' strength and support recovery
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