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TGL Announces Expansion Plans, Eyes LPGA Women’s League

The tech-driven golf league co-founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy plans to add a North American team and explore a women’s division featuring LPGA stars.

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Overview

  • TGL, the tech-infused indoor golf league, will begin its expansion with one new North American franchise, according to CEO Mike McCarley.
  • League leadership is actively considering the creation of a women’s division, incorporating LPGA players into its innovative format.
  • Alexis Ohanian, owner of TGL’s Los Angeles Golf Club, has been a vocal advocate for the inclusion of female golfers in the league.
  • Prominent LPGA players, including Nelly Korda and Jeeno Thitikul, have expressed enthusiasm for participating in a simulator-based golf league.
  • The league’s expansion efforts follow a successful inaugural season and significant interest from potential franchise investors.