PGA Tour 2026 Changes Proposed by Advisory Council

The PGA Tour's Player Advisory Council has proposed significant changes for the 2026 season, focusing on reducing field sizes and altering membership eligibility. The proposed modifications include decreasing the number of fully exempt players from the top 125 to the top 100 in the FedEx Cup standings, reducing Korn Ferry Tour graduates' PGA Tour cards from 30 to 20, and adjusting field sizes from 156 to 144 for most tournaments, with some events going down to 120 players. These changes aim to address issues like pace of play and scheduling disruptions due to darkness, while also prioritizing elite players. The proposals are seen as potentially favoring top-tier players, possibly at the expense of journeymen and lower-ranked competitors, sparking concerns over the reduction of opportunities for up-and-coming golfers. The policy board will review these proposals in November, and if approved, they will be implemented in 2026.