End of an era at Firestone as Senior Players Championship moves to California
The Senior Players Championship is relocating to California, marking the end of 72 years of PGA Tour events at Firestone Country Club. Hoag, a healthcare company, will be the new title sponsor and the tournament will take place at Newport Beach Country Club. This transition signifies a significant change in the landscape of senior golf tournaments.
- ▪The Senior Players Championship is moving from Firestone Country Club to Newport Beach Country Club.
- ▪Hoag will serve as the title sponsor for the tournament.
- ▪This change ends a 72-year PGA Tour presence at Firestone.
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