PGA Tour to Host Unique Qualifier for YouTube Golfers
In a move to attract younger audiences, the PGA Tour announces a special qualifier for YouTube influencers, offering a spot in the upcoming Myrtle Beach Classic.
- The PGA Tour is organizing a one-day qualifying tournament on March 4, named 'The Q at Myrtle Beach', for YouTube golfers with a spot in the Myrtle Beach Classic at stake.
- 16 players, including notable YouTube personalities and some with professional or elite amateur experience, will compete over 18 holes at TPC Myrtle Beach.
- The winner will receive an automatic berth in the Myrtle Beach Classic, a new PGA event scheduled for May at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club.
- The event aims to embrace the growing world of YouTube golf and attract a younger audience, amidst the backdrop of Tiger Woods withdrawing from tournaments.
- A 90-minute video of the qualifier will be released on the Play Golf Myrtle Beach YouTube page in April, featuring content from the participating creators.
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