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PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan has revealed he will step down from his position in 2026. In a move to strengthen the organization’s future, the tour is considering the creation of a new CEO role designed to boost leadership and drive innovative initiatives as the game of golf continues to evolve
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The PGA Tour is gearing up for an exciting new chapter as it considers appointing a chief executive officer to collaborate closely with commissioner Jay Monahan, who shared this news on Wednesday. In a conversation with Golf Channel’s Todd Lewis, Monahan revealed that the tour is “actively looking” to fill this pivotal role. The incoming CEO will take charge of the tour’s business operations, allowing Monahan to concentrate on crucial “policy and governance issues.” According to Monahan, the CEO will play a vital role in managing the tour’s “day-to-day operations,” which encompass everything from tournaments and media rights to sponsorships
An Withdraws from Travelers Due to Illness
South Korea’s An Byeong-hun has withdrawn from the Travelers Championship due to an unspecified illness. The 31-year-old was scheduled to tee off in the opening round on Thursday but was forced to withdraw on Wednesday.
An is a two-time PGA Tour winner, with his most recent victory coming at the 2021 BMW Championship. He is currently ranked 48th in the world.
An’s withdrawal is a blow to the Travelers field, which already includes a number of top players, including Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, and Scottie Scheffler.
