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TGL Season Opener: Atlanta Drive GC Faces New York GC Again

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

The second TGL season begins with a familiar showdown. On December 28, Atlanta Drive GC and New York Golf Club will face off once again, reprising the final matchup from last season. Atlanta clinched the title last year by winning both final matches by a single point and now opens the new season as reigning champions. Before the first tee shot, the championship banner will be raised in the arena. The match will follow the familiar format, featuring Triples and Singles segments. Both teams start with three Hammers, with Atlanta teeing off first. The lineups feature well-known names: Cameron Young, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Xander Schauffele for New York; Patrick Cantlay, Lucas Glover, and Billy Horschel for Atlanta.

Atlanta Drive GC Brings Proven Strengths

Atlanta Drive GC enters the new TGL season with strong stats from last year. The team was especially dominant in Singles, leading the league in Hammer points. Billy Horschel topped the league in Singles points won, Patrick Cantlay remained undefeated in Singles against New York, and Lucas Glover impressed with a flawless fairway accuracy. Meanwhile, New York GC bounced back from an 0–2 start to make the playoffs. Cameron Young led all players in total points, showcasing his power off the tee.

New Course Features and Technical Enhancements

The TGL has introduced several updates for the new season. The GreenZone has been expanded, allowing for more pin positions and varied putting lines. Additional actuators beneath the turf now create adjustable contours, offering greater tactical variety. The hole catalog has also been updated, with new holes like Stone & Steeple, Stinger, and Cenote making their debut. Team-themed holes such as Fore-0-Fore for Atlanta and Big Apple for New York add a unique touch. A total of 15 specially designed holes will be played.