Genesis Invitational Moved to Torrey Pines Due to Los Angeles Wildfires
The PGA Tour announced on Friday that the Genesis Invitational will be moved to the South Course at Torrey Pines in San Diego from Feb. 10-16. The tournament, originally scheduled to be held at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, was relocated due to recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area. [[1](https://www.pgatour.com/watch)].
Torrey Pines Golf Course, which is hosting this week’s Farmers Insurance Open, already has much of the necessary infrastructure in place, making the transition smoother. The PGA Tour intends for the Genesis Invitational to return to Riviera Country Club in 2026.
PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan emphasized the role of sports in uniting people during challenging times. “Highlighting the resilience of Los angeles and the need for continued support for the ongoing recovery efforts is what our collective teams are working towards with the playing of The Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines,” Monahan said in a statement.
The Genesis Invitational, hosted by 15-time major champion Tiger Woods, benefits Woods’ TGR Foundation. Woods has a strong history on the South Course, having won eight times there, including the 2008 U.S. Open.
Woods underwent microdecompression surgery on his lower back in September. It remains uncertain if he will participate in the Genesis Invitational this year. Last year, Woods withdrew from the tournament during the second round due to illness.
“We are grateful to the city of San Diego and Torrey Pines for hosting the 2025 Genesis Invitational,and to everyone who has reached out in support of the tournament,” Woods said in a statement. “While Riviera remains the home of The Genesis Invitational, we look forward to playing on another championship caliber golf course this year and using the tournament to support those affected by the fires in the Los Angeles area.”
How has Tiger Woods performed at Torrey Pines in the past?
Genesis Invitational Moved to Torrey Pines Due to Los Angeles Wildfires
The PGA Tour announced on friday that the Genesis Invitational will be moved to the South Course at Torrey pines in San Diego from Feb. 10-16. The tournament,originally scheduled to be held at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades,California, was relocated due to recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area. [[1](https://www.pgatour.com/watch)].
Torrey Pines Golf Course, which is hosting this week’s Farmers Insurance open, already has much of the necessary infrastructure in place, making the transition smoother. The PGA Tour intends for the Genesis Invitational to return to Riviera Country Club in 2026.
PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan emphasized the role of sports in uniting people during challenging times. “Highlighting the resilience of Los angeles and the need for continued support for the ongoing recovery efforts is what our collective teams are working towards with the playing of The Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines,” Monahan saeid in a statement.
The Genesis Invitational, hosted by 15-time major champion Tiger Woods, benefits Woods’ TGR foundation. Woods has a strong history on the South Course, having won eight times there, including the 2008 U.S. Open.
Woods underwent microdecompression surgery on his lower back in September. It remains uncertain if he will participate in the Genesis Invitational this year. Last year, Woods withdrew from the tournament during the second round due to illness.
“We are grateful to the city of San Diego and Torrey Pines for hosting the 2025 Genesis invitational,and to everyone who has reached out in support of the tournament,” Woods said in a statement. “While Riviera remains the home of The Genesis Invitational, we look forward to playing on another championship caliber golf course this year and using the tournament to support those affected by the fires in the Los angeles area.”
Frequently Asked Questions
**Q: Why was the Genesis Invitational moved?**
A: The tournament was relocated from Riviera Country Club to Torrey Pines Golf Course due to the recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
**Q: When and where will the Genesis Invitational take place?**
A: The tournament will be held at Torrey Pines South course in San Diego from February 10-16, 2025.
**Q: Will the Genesis Invitational return to Riviera in the future?**
A: Yes, the PGA Tour plans for the tournament to return to Riviera country Club in 2026.
**Q: Will Tiger Woods participate in the Genesis Invitational this year?**
A: It’s uncertain whether Tiger Woods will play.He’s recovering from back surgery and withdrew from the tournament last year due to illness.
**Fun Fact:** Tiger Woods has a remarkable history at Torrey Pines,having won the U.S. Open there in 2008.
Stay tuned for updates on the Genesis Invitational and consider supporting the ongoing wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles.
