PGA Tour sets new membership criteria, eligibility ahead of 2028 restructuring
CBS Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- The PGA Tour will implement a new two-track competitive model in 2028, splitting players into the Championship Series and Challenger Series, with eligibility based on performance during the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
- The Championship Series will feature top performers, veterans, and rising stars, with membership determined by criteria including FedEx Cup points, tournament wins, and Korn Ferry Tour rankings; membership lasts for the 2028 season unless otherwise specified.
- The Challenger Series serves as a platform for players aiming to move up or regain status, with eligibility based on lower FedEx Cup rankings, Korn Ferry Tour standings, and Q-School results, among other factors.
- The Championship Series will include 114 players plus qualifiers, with no sponsor exemptions or alternate lists for withdrawals, and will award season-long points to emphasize consistent performance and making cuts.
- A "last chance" series in the fall will offer three membership cards, allowing relegated and non-automatic qualifiers from both series, Korn Ferry Tour members, and top finishers from PGA Tour University and Q-School to compete for spots.
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