TGL Indoor Golf League Set to Launch With High-Tech Format and Big-Name Players

The innovative league, backed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, aims to modernize golf for TV audiences but faces scrutiny over its format and fan engagement strategies.

TGL, a new tech-driven golf league co-founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, debuts January 7 with matches held in a custom-built arena featuring advanced simulators and dynamic short-game setups.
The league’s format compresses matches into two-hour windows, emphasizing fast-paced action, team play, and interactive elements designed for prime-time television audiences.
TGL has faced criticism for its use of paid seat fillers during rehearsals, with conflicting reports about whether they will also be used for live events, raising questions about the league's authenticity.
Despite the innovative setup, some fans and analysts are skeptical about the appeal of simulator-based golf, questioning its ability to sustain long-term viewer interest.
The league’s backers, including prominent investors like Serena and Venus Williams and Fenway Sports Group, are betting on TGL’s potential to attract younger audiences and capitalize on the growing sports betting market.