TGL Inaugural Match on Tuesday: Complete TV Schedule, Live Stream and Team Lineups
The TGL, a groundbreaking indoor golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, debuts Tuesday night, January 7th at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
The first match features two teams: New York Golf Club versus Bay Golf Club. Here's what you need to know:
Teams and Players:
- Bay Golf Club: Wyndham Clark, Shane Lowry, and Ludvig Aberg (Tiger Woods sitting out)
- New York Golf Club: Rickie Fowler, Xander Schauffele, and Matt Fitzpatrick
Match Format:
- Nine-hole simulator course played in triples
- One-hole singles matches
- Most shots on simulator
- Live short game shots within stadium
How to Watch:
- TV Coverage: ESPN from 9-11 p.m. ET
- Streaming: ESPN+ (live simulcast)
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The SoFi Center was specially designed for TGL and will host all matches in 2025. The league features six teams total, though only two compete in this inaugural match. The unique format combines simulator technology with live short game play, creating an innovative indoor golf experience.
While Tiger Woods serves as captain for Bay Golf Club, he won't participate in the first match but will join future competitions. This new league represents a significant step in modernizing competitive golf, bringing the sport indoors with a mix of traditional and technology-driven play.