[Golf Topic] PGA Tour China Canceled for 2 Consecutive Seasons Due to COVID-19

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] ○…The PGA Tour China has been hampered by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

On the 9th (Korean time), the PGA Tour announced, "The PGA Tour China season scheduled to be held in China this year has been canceled," citing "uncertainty due to COVID-19." This marks the second consecutive season cancellation following last year. The PGA Tour China, which holds its season in China, grants top players in the money rankings eligibility to participate in the next season's PGA Tour Korn Ferry (second-tier) Tour, making it roughly equivalent to the Mackenzie (third-tier) Tour.

It serves as a stepping stone for promising players from Asia, including China, to advance to the PGA Tour. The Mackenzie Tour, scheduled in Canada, and the PGA Tour Latinoam?rica will proceed with their 2021 seasons. The Mackenzie Tour has relocated its events to the United States, starting at the end of February, and plans to resume the Canadian schedule at the end of May if conditions allow. The PGA Tour Latinoam?rica will open its season in March.

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