While the FedEx Cup Playoffs are well on their way, the PGA Tour continues to look ahead and build for the future. With the introduction of new PGA Tour commissioner Brian Rolapp earlier this year, fans and players alike are watching closely to see what changes he may bring to the game’s most prestigious circuit.
One of the more surprising developments on the horizon is a return to a venue steeped in both history and controversy, Trump National Doral Golf Club in Miami.
PGA Tour Returns to Trump National Doral Golf Club in 2026
For the first time since 2016, the PGA Tour will be heading back to the iconic “Blue Monster” course. Once a staple on the Tour’s schedule, Doral was removed after the 2016 WGC-Cadillac Championship, with the event losing its title sponsor. In recent years, the property has largely been associated with LIV Golf, hosting multiple events for the rival league. But in 2026, that changes.
According to Sports Business Journal, the PGA Tour is expected to stage a signature event at Trump National Doral from April 27 to May 3, 2026, which is just three weeks before the Masters and two weeks before the PGA Championship. This prime calendar spot could make the tournament a pivotal tune-up for golf’s biggest stages.
If designated as a signature event, the week will feature a $20 million purse, attracting a top-tier field and further cementing its place as a key stop on the schedule. The Tour’s return signals a potential shift in its venue strategy, possibly opening the door for other high-profile courses with rich histories.
Trump National Golf Courses Set to Host LIV Golf in 2026
Meanwhile, LIV Golf isn’t stepping away from Trump properties entirely. On Wednesday, the league announced it will return to Trump National Golf Course Washington D.C. next May as part of its eight-event 2026 schedule. This means, for the first time, Trump-branded courses will host both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf in the same year, a rare crossover in the ongoing rivalry between the two tours.
The decision to bring the PGA Tour back to Doral may spark debate among fans and analysts, given the politics surrounding the venue. But for many players, the Blue Monster’s challenge, long fairways, punishing water hazards, and signature finishing holes, outweighs the noise. As the Tour looks to bolster its schedule with elite events and memorable venues, 2026 is already shaping up to be a landmark year.
