Many golfers who had earned their spot in the PGA Tour’s season opener, The Sentry, have been left in limbo. The Tour confirmed that the 2026 edition of the event has been canceled, ending its long run as the traditional season starter at the Plantation Course in Kapalua. Severe drought and ongoing water restrictions in Maui have made it impossible to maintain the course conditions needed for tournament play.

The cancellation particularly impacts players who qualified by winning an event in 2025. The PGA Tour has since clarified its status. According to reporter Bob Harig, “Players who qualified for the Sentry by winning a tournament but not via the FedEx Top 50 will get a start at the RBC Heritage and will be added to the field.”

The field for The Sentry is traditionally decided based o

See Full Page