Genesis Invitational moved from Pacific Palisades due to wildfires

A general view of signage during the first round of the The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club on February 16, 2023 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

In response to the area wildfires, the PGA Tour announced Thursday the Genesis Invitational golf tournament in mid-February will be moved away from the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades and held in an "alternate location."

"The PGA Tour's focus continues to be on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural disaster in Greater Los Angeles," according to a statement from the tour and sponsors of the tournament, which is hosted annually by Tiger Woods. "We are grateful for the life-saving efforts of first responders and the tireless work being done to put an end to the tragic wildfires.

"In collaboration with Genesis, The Riviera Country Club and TGR Live, and out of respect for the unfolding situation, we have determined that the 2025 Genesis Invitational will be played at an alternate location the week of February 10-16. A venue update and additional tournament information will be provided in the coming days.

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"The PGA Tour is identifying the most impactful ways the tournament can support the Los Angeles community and the ongoing relief efforts. We encourage fans to join the support at pgatour.com/SupportLA," organizers said.

The Riviera Country Club is not believed to have sustained any major damage during the Palisades Fire.

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