The PGA Tour announces a new two-tier competitive structure that will begin with the 2028 season. Under the plan, the tour creates a Championship Series for the sport’s top players and a Challenger Series that serves as the main pathway for players aiming to reach the upper level.
The PGA Tour says the two series will operate concurrently, with the Championship Series designated for the game’s elite competitors and the Challenger Series positioned as the primary route upward. The announcement outlines the overall framework of how players can progress within the tour’s revamped structure, with the Challenger Series functioning as a feeder system to the Championship level.
Both outlets report the same core elements: a Championship Series and a Challenger Series, scheduled to start in 2028, with the Challenger Series acting as the primary pathway to the higher track and the Championship Series reserved for top players. The details of eligibility, qualification mechanics, and event scheduling are not included in the provided excerpts.
