Analysis suggests PGA Tour playoffs would benefit from diverse venue options

The PGA Tour postseason is under scrutiny for potentially needing a change in scenery. One proposal that is deemed impossible logistically is offering the No. 1 seed a new perk. This perk would grant the top player the opportunity to choose where to play the Tour Championship, though not on their home course. Players like Xander Schauffele have expressed their opinion on this hypothetical perk, with Schauffele favoring East Lake, a course where he has a strong record.

Golfers such as Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler have suggested venues like Quail Hollow and TPC Scottsdale or Bay Hill for the Tour Championship. However, there is a consensus that something fresh is needed to revitalize the PGA Tour postseason, aside from just the hot weather conditions.

While the PGA Tour has made changes over the years to enhance the postseason format, such as reducing the player field, some players and fans feel that more substantial changes are necessary. The idea of rotating venues for playoff events is gaining traction, with the BMW Championship being highlighted for its venue changes every year.

Despite the heat and lackluster crowd attendance at certain venues, the PGA Tour has found it challenging to compel top players to participate in all playoff events. There is a growing sentiment among players questioning the necessity of competing in certain tournaments, even if the purses are lucrative.

Considerations are being made to potentially shift the postseason events to different cities, like New York, Boston, or California, to attract a broader audience and create more excitement around the playoffs. As the PGA Tour looks to uphold traditions while also adapting to modern demands, discussions continue on how best to rejuvenate the postseason and maintain player engagement.