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The Genesis Invitational 2025: How to watch, schedule, more

The Genesis Invitational 2025: How to watch, schedule, more

Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open

Rickie Fowler has withdrawn from the WM Phoenix Open due to an illness, the PGA Tour announced Wednesday.

Fowler, 34, was scheduled to tee off at 11:10 a.m. ET on Thursday alongside Jon Rahm and Justin Thomas. He is now the second player to withdraw from the tournament, joining Harold Varner III, who pulled out on Tuesday due to a back injury.

Fowler has not played since the Farmers Insurance Open, where he finished tied for 65th. He has made just one cut in four starts this season.

The WM Phoenix Open is one of the most popular events on the PGA Tour, and Fowler’s withdrawal is a significant blow to the tournament. He is a five-time winner on the PGA Tour, including the 2019 WM Phoenix Open.

The Genesis Invitational 2025: How to watch, schedule, more

The Genesis Invitational will be played at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, from February 17-20, 2025.

The tournament will be televised live on CBS and the Golf Channel.

Tickets for the tournament are on sale now.

The Genesis Invitational is one of the most prestigious events on the PGA Tour, and it is always a popular destination for fans. The tournament is hosted by Tiger Woods, and he is always a contender to win.

In 2023, Jon Rahm won the tournament by two strokes over Max Homa. Rahm is the defending champion and will be looking to win the tournament for the second time in a row.

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Genesis Invitational Shifts to Torrey Pines Amid Southern California Wildfires

Genesis Invitational Shifts to Torrey Pines Amid Southern California Wildfires

In light of the devastating wildfires sweeping through Southern California, the PGA Tour has made a significant announcement: the Genesis Invitational will now take place at the stunning Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego. Originally set to unfold at the iconic Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades from February 16-19, this change comes as a proactive measure to ensure safety for all involved.

After thorough discussions with local authorities and PGA Tour officials, it became clear that guaranteeing the safety of players, spectators, and staff at Riviera was not feasible. The Genesis Invitational stands as one of the crown jewels of the PGA Tour calendar, showcasing an elite field filled with some of golf’s brightest stars. Mark your calendars—the tournament will now be held from February 17-20 at Torrey Pines Golf Course!

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Wildfires force PGA Tour to move Genesis tourney

Wildfires force PGA Tour to move Genesis tourney

The PGA Tour has been forced to relocate the Genesis Invitational due to the impending arrival of wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Originally scheduled to be played at the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, from February 16-19, the tournament will now be held at the Copper Canyon Golf Club in Las Vegas, Nevada, from February 20-23. The decision was made after consultation with local authorities and the PGA Tour, who determined that the safety of players, spectators, and staff could not be guaranteed at Riviera.

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Uncertainty Looms: Tiger Questions Genesis Status Amid L.A. Fires

Uncertainty Looms: Tiger Questions Genesis Status Amid L.A. Fires

Tiger Woods’ participation in The Genesis Invitational next week hangs in the balance as the Californian wildfires cast a shadow over the tournament. As the host of this prestigious event, Woods expressed his “heartbreak” over the devastation caused by these fires and is actively collaborating with tournament officials to assess whether it’s possible to proceed. Should The Genesis Invitational be canceled, it would not only be a significant setback for Woods—an ardent advocate for the tournament—but also a letdown for fans eagerly anticipating his return to PGA Tour action this year.

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