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Genesis Invitational Returns to Riviera for 100th Edition
Tiger Woods' expanded PGA Tour role adds significance to milestone event
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The 2026 Genesis Invitational tees off this week at the historic Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, marking the 100th playing of the storied tournament. After being relocated to Torrey Pines Golf Course in 2025 due to wildfires, the event returns to its longtime home with a loaded field featuring the world's top players. Tournament host Tiger Woods, now serving as Chairman of the PGA Tour's Future Competitions Committee, has been involved in discussions about the event's potential evolution, including the possibility of it becoming a FedExCup playoff event.
Why it matters
The Genesis Invitational's return to Riviera for its 100th edition, combined with title sponsor Genesis Motor's five-year extension and Tiger Woods' growing executive role within the PGA Tour, gives this year's tournament added significance beyond just the competition on the course. The event has become one of the Tour's most consequential early-season stops, with a $20 million purse and elevated status.
The details
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler returns as defending champion, while Collin Morikawa arrives fresh off a win at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Former champions and major winners including Rory McIlroy, Viktor Hovland, and Patrick Cantlay round out a field worthy of the centennial stage. Tournament host Tiger Woods, in his role as Chairman of the Tour's Future Competitions Committee, has been involved in evaluating schedule structure, competitive balance, and postseason formats, sparking discussion of the Genesis Invitational potentially evolving into a FedExCup playoff event.
- The 2026 Genesis Invitational tees off on Thursday, February 19.
- The tournament is celebrating its 100th edition this year.
The players
Scottie Scheffler
The world's top-ranked golfer and defending champion of the Genesis Invitational.
Collin Morikawa
A rising star on the PGA Tour who recently won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Tiger Woods
The tournament host, who now serves as Chairman of the PGA Tour's Future Competitions Committee and has been involved in discussions about the event's potential evolution.
Jose Munoz
The CEO of Genesis Motors, the title sponsor of the tournament who has extended their partnership through 2030.
Rory McIlroy
A former champion and major winner who is part of the star-studded field at Riviera this year.
What they’re saying
“We're looking at everything. Some things we say are nixed off the table and other opportunities that have grown and we've fleshed out. We represent the entire player body and we're trying to bring the best [schedule] we possibly can for all of our partners and fans, everyone involved.”
— Tiger Woods, Chairman, PGA Tour's Future Competitions Committee (Variety)
What’s next
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The takeaway
The 100th edition of the Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club carries added significance beyond the competition on the course, with Tiger Woods' expanded role within the PGA Tour and the tournament's potential evolution as part of the schedule discussions. The star-studded field and elevated status of the event underscore its growing importance on the Tour calendar.
