The upcoming Genesis Invitational has been moved from Riviera Country Club due to the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, the PGA Tour confirmed Thursday.
Tiger Woods was to host the tournament, scheduled for 13-16. February, at the course in Pacific Palisades, which has been destroyed by the fires.
Details on a new venue and arrangements for the PGA Tour Signature Event – featuring a star-studded field – are set to follow.
“The PGA Tour’s focus remains on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural disaster in Los Angeles,” the PGA Tour said in a statement.
“We are grateful for the life-saving efforts of the first responders and the tireless work being done to put an end to the tragic wildfires.
“We have decided that The Genesis Invitational 2025 will be played at an alternative venue during the week of February 10-16.
“A venue update and additional tournament information will be provided in the coming days.”
Woods’ focus on helping ‘anyone who struggles’
Speaking earlier this week, Woods insisted his focus was on supporting those affected by the bushfires, rather than what would happen to the tournament.
“We’re just trying to figure everything out and make sure everyone is safe and we have meetings scheduled going forward,” Woods said Tuesday.
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Tiger Woods gives an update on the Genesis Open and whether it will continue after the recent fires in LA
“Right now we’re not really focused on the tournament. It’s more about what we can do to help everyone who’s struggling, who’s lost their home and had their life changed. There are so many other things that are bigger than that. [tournament].”
Woods had previously written on X: “The devastation going on with the LA fires is such a tragedy and being from California it hits home. My heart goes out to those who have suffered unimaginable loss.
“Thank you to the incredible heroes who are the first to help contain and save the Los Angeles community. We plan to provide an update on our own charitable efforts to help these communities in the coming weeks. Stay strong LA! “
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