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TGL Season 2 kicks off with Atlanta vs. New York rematch

TGL kicks off its second season with a rematch between Atlanta Drive GC and New York Golf Club at the SoFi Center.

The opening match of TGL Season 2 brings fans back to a familiar showdown. On December 28, Atlanta Drive GC and New York Golf Club face off once again, reprising their dramatic Season 1 final. Atlanta narrowly won both final matches by a single point and enters the new season as reigning champions. Before the first tee shot, the championship banner will be raised to the rafters, followed by the match in the familiar format featuring Triples and Singles segments. Both teams start with three Hammers, and Atlanta will tee off first. The lineups include familiar names: Cameron Young, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Xander Schauffele for New York; Patrick Cantlay, Lucas Glover, and Billy Horschel for Atlanta.

Atlanta Drive GC builds on proven strengths

Atlanta Drive GC enters the new TGL season with strong stats from last year. The team excelled in Singles play, earning the most Hammer points league-wide. Billy Horschel led the league in Singles points won, Patrick Cantlay remained unbeaten in head-to-head Singles against New York, and Lucas Glover impressed with flawless fairway accuracy. New York Golf Club rebounded from an 0–2 start to reach the playoffs, with Cameron Young leading all players in total points and showcasing his power off the tee.

New season brings technical upgrades

With the start of Season 2, TGL has also upgraded its playing surface. The GreenZone has been significantly expanded, offering more pin positions and varied putting lines. Beneath the turf, new actuators allow for dynamic contour changes, enhancing tactical possibilities. The hole catalog has also been refreshed, introducing new holes like Stone & Steeple, Stinger, and Cenote. The course also features team-themed holes such as Fore-0-Fore for Atlanta and Big Apple for New York. In total, 15 specially designed holes will be played.