Who would’ve thought that a sport like golf—played on sprawling green courses—could be brought indoors? Well, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy made it happen with their brainchild, the Tomorrow Golf League (TGL). The league, which debuted in January 2025, has had its fair share of praises and critiques, but one thing’s for sure—it has kept us entertained.
Now, as the inaugural season finale approaches on March 24 and 25, 2025, the excitement is at an all-time high. With thrilling matches, unexpected twists, and intense competition, TGL has proved that even golf played on a simulator can be gripping.
But beyond the gameplay, there’s one question on everyone’s mind—how much are the winners taking home? TGL boasts a massive $21 million prize pool, with teams battling it out for their share. Here’s the full breakdown:
Champions – $9 million ($2.25 million per player)
Runner-up team – $4.5 million ($1.125 million per player)
Semi-finalists – $2.25 million per team ($562,500 per player)
Regular season performance – The remaining $3 million is expected to be distributed based on performance, though exact details haven’t been revealed.
So, while only one team will be crowned TGL’s first-ever champion, there’s plenty of money on the table for all competitors. But with the finale round the corner, let’s revisit a few things.
TGL format and finals structure
If you need a quick refresher on TGL’s format, here’s the deal—six teams started the season, battling it out in a series of matches leading up to the playoffs. Now, after weeks of intense competition, four teams have made it to the semi-finals, set to take place on March 17 and 18. From there, the winners of these rounds will move on to the championship match, a best-of-three series on March 24 and 25, where the first-ever TGL champion will be crowned.
And let’s be honest—the competition has been nothing short of thrilling! Los Angeles Golf Club finished at the top of the standings with 9 points, while The Bay Golf Club, previously unbeaten, suffered a loss in their final match but still secured a place in the playoffs. Atlanta Drive, having won four of their five league fixtures, finished in third, while New York Golf Club clinched the final playoff spot, setting up an epic battle for the SoFi Cup.
If you don’t want to miss a second of the action, here’s how to watch it live—ESPN will provide exclusive TV coverage starting at 7 PM ET, while ESPN+ will handle the online streaming. UK fans can catch all the action on Sky Sports Golf.
TGL has already transformed the way we see golf, proving that even a technology-driven format can be just as gripping as traditional tournaments. And with a $21 million prize pool at stake, the pressure is sky-high! So, now the question is: Who’s taking home the SoFi Cup and the $9 million grand prize? The stage is set, the players are ready, and all that’s left is for us to watch history unfold on March 24 and 25!
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