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PGA TOUR Announces Fortinet as Title Sponsor of Napa Tournament

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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. and NAPA, Calif., March 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The PGA TOUR announced today that Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT), a global leader in broad, integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions, will become the title sponsor of PGA TOURs Napa tournament, to be named the Fortinet Championship .

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  • PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. and NAPA, Calif., March 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The PGA TOUR announced today that Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT), a global leader in broad, integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions, will become the title sponsor of PGA TOURs Napa tournament, to be named the Fortinet Championship .
  • We are thrilled to welcome Fortinet to the PGA TOUR family with the Fortinet Championship leading off the 2021-22 FedExCup Regular Season in September, said Tyler Dennis, PGA TOUR President.
  • We look forward to having Fortinet help grow the event to maximize charitable impact for the Napa Valley community.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

Travelers Extends Title Sponsorship of PGA TOUR Event Through 2030

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Monday, March 29, 2021
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The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV ) and the PGA TOUR today announced that they have reached an agreement to extend Travelers title sponsorship of the Travelers Championship through 2030.

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  • The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV ) and the PGA TOUR today announced that they have reached an agreement to extend Travelers title sponsorship of the Travelers Championship through 2030.
  • As part of the sponsorship extension, Travelers will remain the Official Property Casualty Insurance Provider of the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions and Korn Ferry Tour.
  • The Travelers Championship has established itself as a premier PGA TOUR event, thanks to the inspirational leadership provided by Travelers, the dedication of thousands of volunteers and the passionate fans who watch or attend every year, said PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

PGA TOUR Announces Its First Official Tequila Partnership With Maestro Dobel Tequila

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Wednesday, March 3, 2021
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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., March 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The PGA TOUR today announced a multi-year partnership with Maestro Dobel Tequila, which was named the first "Official Tequila of the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions."

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  • PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., March 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The PGA TOUR today announced a multi-year partnership with Maestro Dobel Tequila, which was named the first "Official Tequila of the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions."
  • "We are excited to have Maestro Dobel as the first tequila brand to be an Official Marketing Partner at the PGA TOUR," said Brian Oliver, PGA TOUR Executive Vice President of Corporate Partnerships.
  • Maestro Dobel will further support the partnership with advertising on PGA TOUR social and digital platforms.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

PGA TOUR names Hyperice Official Recovery Device of the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020
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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The PGA TOUR and Hyperice, the industry leader in recovery technology and pioneer of percussion, vibration, dynamic air compression and thermal technology, announced a new multi-year partnership designating Hyperice as the "Official Recovery Device of the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions" and a "Sponsor of PGA TOUR Active."

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  • PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The PGA TOUR and Hyperice, the industry leader in recovery technology and pioneer of percussion, vibration, dynamic air compression and thermal technology, announced a new multi-year partnership designating Hyperice as the "Official Recovery Device of the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions" and a "Sponsor of PGA TOUR Active."
  • "As an industry leader in recovery technology, we couldn't be more pleased to introduce Hyperice to the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions players and trainers," said Brian Oliver, PGA TOUR Executive Vice President of Corporate Partnerships.
  • Throughout the partnership, PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions players and trainers will receive the latest products, research and hands-on training from Hyperice to aid their recovery, enhance their performance and improve health and movement.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions more than 130 tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

Upper Deck Announces Long-Awaited PGA TOUR Licensed Trading Card Product Showcasing Today's Rising Stars such as Justin Thomas, Bryson DeChambeau, Danielle Kang and Lexi Thompson Alongside Golf Legends Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer, Annika Sorenstam and many

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Monday, October 19, 2020
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"Collectors have been begging us to bring golf cards back for years," said Upper Deck's Sports Brand Manager, Paul Zickler.

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  • "Collectors have been begging us to bring golf cards back for years," said Upper Deck's Sports Brand Manager, Paul Zickler.
  • Golf card enthusiasts can visit www.UpperDeckEpack.com to sign up for new announcements, including golf card releases.
  • By showcasing golf's greatest players, the PGA TOUR engages, inspires and positively impacts our fans, partners and communities worldwide.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions more than 130 tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

BetMGM signs with PGA TOUR as an Official Betting Operator

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Monday, August 3, 2020
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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The PGA TOUR announced today that BetMGM has signed a multi-year content and marketing relationship to become an Official Betting Operator of the PGA TOUR.

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  • PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., Aug. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The PGA TOUR announced today that BetMGM has signed a multi-year content and marketing relationship to become an Official Betting Operator of the PGA TOUR.
  • By joining the TOUR's Official Betting Operator program, BetMGM will have rights in the United States to use PGA TOUR marks, rights to advertise within TOUR media and TOUR partner platforms, plus content and video rights allowing BetMGM Sportsbook platforms to create pre-game and post-game betting programming, as well as distribution of highlights to users who have placed bets.
  • Matt Prevost, BetMGM Chief Marketing Officer said, "We look forward to working with the PGA TOUR to integrate great experiences for BetMGM customers.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions more than 130 tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

DraftKings becomes PGA TOUR’s first Official Betting Operator

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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In July 2019, DraftKings became the TOURs first Official Daily Fantasy Game of the PGA TOUR as part of a multi-year, exclusive arrangement.

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  • In July 2019, DraftKings became the TOURs first Official Daily Fantasy Game of the PGA TOUR as part of a multi-year, exclusive arrangement.
  • We are excited to further our relationship with the PGA TOUR as their first Official Betting Operator as well.
  • The PGA TOUR also runs its free-to-play fantasy games, including PGA TOUR Fantasy Golf, PGA TOUR One&Done, and PGA TOUR Champions One&Done.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions more than 130 tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

PGA TOUR announces landmark domestic media rights portfolio

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Monday, March 9, 2020
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With more live golf coverage than all other U.S. media companies combined, our relationship with the PGA TOUR also includes THE PLAYERS and Presidents Cup, as well as elevating the PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry TOUR and LPGA Tour via our world-class coverage.

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  • With more live golf coverage than all other U.S. media companies combined, our relationship with the PGA TOUR also includes THE PLAYERS and Presidents Cup, as well as elevating the PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry TOUR and LPGA Tour via our world-class coverage.
  • PGA TOUR LIVE on ESPN+ will also feature on-demand replays of PGA TOUR events, original golf programs, edited speed round recaps and more.
  • Evolution Media Capital, a division of Creative Artists Agency (CAA), served as the media advisor to PGA TOUR.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions more than 130 tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

PGA TOUR, its tournaments surpass $3 billion in all-time charitable giving

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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One year later, the PGA TOUR celebrated the anniversary of that memorable event by announcing that the TOUR and its tournaments have surpassed $3 billion in all-time charitable giving.

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  • One year later, the PGA TOUR celebrated the anniversary of that memorable event by announcing that the TOUR and its tournaments have surpassed $3 billion in all-time charitable giving.
  • The charitable total, which includes a record $204.3 million in 2019 to bring the all-time total to $3.05 billion, includes donations made by tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica and PGA TOUR Series-China.
  • The PGA TOUR and its more than 100 tournaments across all Tours achieved the $3 billion mark just six years after surpassing $2 billion in 2014.
  • The PGA TOUR, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, co-sanctions more than 130 tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Korn Ferry Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.

Bermuda Championship Set to Debut on PGA TOUR Next Season

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Tuesday, June 4, 2019
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HAMILTON, Bermuda, June 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The PGA TOUR is adding the island of Bermuda to its 2019-20 schedule with the newly announced Bermuda Championship, to be played the same week as the World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions.

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  • HAMILTON, Bermuda, June 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The PGA TOUR is adding the island of Bermuda to its 2019-20 schedule with the newly announced Bermuda Championship, to be played the same week as the World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions.
  • With competition scheduled for October 31-November 3, 2019, the Bermuda Championship represents the PGA TOUR's first official annual event on the island.
  • "We are excited to add the Bermuda Championship to the PGA TOUR beginning next season," said Ty Votaw, Executive Vice President, International for the PGA TOUR.
  • By showcasing golf's greatest players, the PGA TOUR engages, inspires and positively impacts our fans, partners and communities worldwide.The PGA TOUR co-sanctions more than 130 tournaments on the PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, Web.com Tour, PGA TOUR Latinoamrica, Mackenzie Tour-PGA TOUR Canada and PGA TOUR Series-China.