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Genesis Invitational

A PGA Tour event held annually at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, hosted by Tiger Woods's foundation.
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The Genesis Invitational is a PGA Tour event held annually at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California. The Genesis Invitational is hosted by the Tiger Woods Foundation (TGR Foundation). The Genesis Invitational was first played in 1926 as the Los Angeles Open and has been held at Riviera Country Club for most of its history. The tournament was elevated to invitational status in 2020. The Genesis Invitational is considered one of the most prestigious regular PGA Tour events.

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Origin

The Genesis Invitational was first played in 1926 as the Los Angeles Open. The tournament was elevated to invitational status in 2020. The Genesis Invitational is hosted by the Tiger Woods Foundation (TGR Foundation).

Rules & Context

The Genesis Invitational is held annually at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California. The Genesis Invitational is considered one of the most prestigious regular PGA Tour events.

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"The Genesis Invitational is a PGA Tour event held annually at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California. The Genesis Invitational is hosted by the Tiger Woods Foundation. The Genesis Invitational was first played in 1926 as the Los Angeles Open and elevated to invitational status in 2020."

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Genesis Invitational held?

Riviera Country Club. The Genesis Invitational is held annually at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California.

Who hosts the Genesis Invitational?

Tiger Woods Foundation. The Genesis Invitational is hosted by the Tiger Woods Foundation (TGR Foundation).

When was the LA Open first played?

1926. The Genesis Invitational was first played in 1926 as the Los Angeles Open.

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