Tiger woods/TGL Announces first three media partners ahead of 2025 launch

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s golf league, TGL, slated for debut in January 2025, has secured its first trio of international media partners. TMRW Sports, the brainchild of Woods and McIlroy, announced that Australia’s FOX Sports, U-NEXT in Japan, and South Korea’s JTBC/Phoenix Sports International will broadcast the league in their respective markets. These networks, also PGA Tour rights holders, will offer cohesive promotional platforms once the competition kicks off.

CEO and Founder of TMRW Sports, Mike McCarley, emphasized the global nature of golf and TGL’s aim to expand its footprint. The league’s initial focus lies in striking media rights partnerships in key golf markets such as Australia, Japan, and South Korea. The enthusiasm from these partners reflects the momentum building in other markets worldwide.

FOX Sports Australia will deliver TGL coverage live or on demand via its Foxtel and Kayo platforms, enhancing its existing golf lineup that includes prestigious events like the US Open, PGA Championship, The Open, and the Ryder Cup. Meanwhile, JTBC GOLF Channel in South Korea, a trusted name in golf coverage, will also showcase TGL alongside the major tournaments.

In the US, ESPN will serve as the broadcaster for TGL, offering viewers an alternative to traditional golf coverage. The league, featuring six teams of three PGA Tour players competing on a virtual 18-hole course, will culminate in semi-finals and a final after a 15-game regular season.

Since its inception in 2022, TGL has attracted significant interest, with notable investors like Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Lewis Hamilton, Shaquille O’Neal, Serena Williams, and others joining Woods and McIlroy in backing the venture.