The upcoming Genesis Invitational has been moved from the Riviera Nation Membership due to the continuing wildfires in Los Angeles, the PGA Tour confirmed on Thursday.
Tiger Woods was set to host the match, scheduled for February 13-16, on the course positioned in Pacific Palisades, which has been decimated by the fires.
Particulars of a brand new venue and preparations for the PGA Tour Signature Occasion – that includes a star-studded discipline – are set to observe.
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Highlights of the ultimate spherical of the 2024 Genesis Invitational from Riviera Nation Membership, the place Hideki Matsuyama gained
“The PGA Tour’s focus continues to be on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural disaster in Greater Los Angeles,” the PGA Tour mentioned in a press release.
“We are grateful for the life-saving efforts of first responders and the tireless work being done to put an end to the tragic wildfires.
“Now we have decided that The Genesis Invitational 2025 will likely be performed at an alternate location the week of February 10-16.
“A venue update and additional tournament information will be provided in the coming days.”
Woods’ concentrate on serving to ‘everybody struggling’
Talking earlier within the week, Woods insisted his focus was on supporting these impacted by the wildfires, fairly than what was going to occur with the match.
“We’re trying to just figure everything out and make sure that everyone is safe and we have meetings scheduled going forward,” Woods mentioned on Tuesday.
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Tiger Woods offers an replace on the Genesis Open and whether or not it should go forward after the current fires in LA
“As of right now, we’re not really focused on the tournament. It’s more about what we can do to help everyone who’s struggling, who’s lost homes and had their lives changed. There’s so many other things that are bigger than that [tournament].”
Woods had earlier posted on X: “The devastation that is ongoing with the LA fires is such a tragedy and being from California, it hits home. My heart is with those who have suffered unimaginable loss.
“Thanks to the unimaginable heroes which are the primary responders serving to to comprise and save the neighborhood of Los Angeles. We plan to offer an replace on our personal charitable efforts to assist these communities within the coming weeks. Keep robust LA!”
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