The past couple of months have been a rollercoaster for the innovative TGL indoor golf league, an exciting brainchild of golf legends Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. As the playoffs unfold, the lineup for the TGL finals to crown the inaugural league champion is now set. Let’s dive into the details you need to know.
This year, the TGL consisted of six teams. Each squad played five regular-season games, earning points from wins and overtime losses to determine which four teams would advance to the playoffs. Woods’ team, Jupiter Links Golf Club, came in fifth for the regular season, narrowly missing playoff contention. Meanwhile, McIlroy’s Boston Common Golf team struggled to find its footing, finishing in the last place without a single win.
In the gripping semifinals, which consisted of two pivotal matches, underdogs emerged victorious, causing quite the stir. On Monday, March 17, New York Golf Club pulled off an impressive upset, defeating the top-seeded Los Angeles Golf Club with a 6-4 scoreline to be the first to punch their ticket to the finals.
The following night, on Tuesday, March 18, Atlanta Drive Golf Club, seeded third, surprised second-seeded Bay Golf Club with a commanding 9-3 victory, earning their spot in the finals.
Now, let’s look at how the TGL finals are structured. Unlike the semifinals’ single-elimination format, the finals will feature a best-of-three series. Competing for the championship title: New York Golf Club versus Atlanta Drive Golf Club.
The first match of the finals kicks off on Monday, March 24, at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN2 and ESPN+. The second showdown is scheduled for Tuesday, March 25, at 7 p.m. ET, airing on ESPN and ESPN+. Should one team clinch victory in the first two matches, they’ll be crowned the champions, eliminating the need for a third contest. However, if both sides trade wins, a decisive third match will occur immediately after the second one on March 25, starting at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN.
What’s at stake for these talented golfers? A substantial prize, that’s for sure. The TGL’s season purse totals a hefty $21 million. The team that emerges victorious from the finals will receive a whopping $9 million, divvying up to $2.25 million per player. The runners-up aren’t leaving empty-handed either, pocketing a second-place prize of $4.5 million, or $1.125 million for each team member.
Here’s how the money breaks down for the 2025 TGL season:
1st Place – $9,000,000 ($2,250,000 per player)
2nd Place – $4,500,000 ($1,125,000 per player)
3rd Place – $2,250,000 ($562,500 per player)
4th Place – $2,000,000 ($500,000 per player)
5th Place – $1,750,000 ($437,500 per player)
6th Place – $1,500,000 ($375,000 per player)
As the finals draw near, excitement is palpable within the golf community. With some of the sport’s brightest stars competing, the stage is set for a finale that’s bound to captivate fans worldwide.
