Sydney to Host 2026 Australian PGA Championship, Targeting Bryson DeChambeau
New South Wales has successfully secured the Australian PGA Championship for Sydney, marking the event's return to the state for the first time in 25 years. The tournament is scheduled for November 26–29, 2026, at The Lakes Golf Club, replacing Queensland as the host due to upcoming Olympic renovations at Royal Queensland. PGA of Australia officials are actively targeting top-50 global stars, with two-time US Open winner Bryson DeChambeau identified as a primary candidate. Discussions with player agents during the Masters at Augusta indicate growing international interest, driven by increased prize money and the event's co-sanctioning with the DP World Tour. While securing major international names like DeChambeau remains a priority, organizers also aim to feature prominent Australian golfers such as Cameron Smith, Adam Scott, and Min Woo Lee. This move addresses the need for an international golf tournament in Sydney and leverages the prestige of The Lakes, a historic venue that has previously hosted major titles won by legends like Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman.
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Sydney to Host 2026 Australian PGA Championship, Targeting Bryson DeChambeau
New South Wales has successfully secured the Australian PGA Championship for Sydney, marking the event's return to the state for the first time in 25 years. The tournament is scheduled for November 26–29, 2026, at The Lakes Golf Club, replacing Queensland as the host due to upcoming Olympic renovations at Royal Queensland. PGA of Australia officials are actively targeting top-50 global stars, with two-time US Open winner Bryson DeChambeau identified as a primary candidate. Discussions with player agents during the Masters at Augusta indicate growing international interest, driven by increased prize money and the event's co-sanctioning with the DP World Tour. While securing major international names like DeChambeau remains a priority, organizers also aim to feature prominent Australian golfers such as Cameron Smith, Adam Scott, and Min Woo Lee. This move addresses the need for an international golf tournament in Sydney and leverages the prestige of The Lakes, a historic venue that has previously hosted major titles won by legends like Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman.
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