The changes include field size adjustments to account for events with limited daylight and minor changes to the FedExCup points structure. Eligibility and field size changes will take effect for the 2026 season, while adjustments to the FedExCup points system will be implemented beginning in 2025.

The PGA Tour policy board approved eligibility changes Monday that eliminate 25 cards through the FedEx Cup in the first reduction of jobs since the all-exempt tour began in 1983. Starting in 2026, only the top 100 in the FedEx Cup are assured full status the following year.

The PGA Tour Policy Board approved extensive changes to eligibility and field sizes Monday. These changes, going into effect for the 2026 season, come after pressure from fans and sponsors to create a more engaging product.

The PGA Tour board has approved sweeping changes to eligibility that wipes out 25 cards starting in 2026 The PGA Tour policy board approved eligibility changes Monday that eliminate 25 cards through the FedEx Cup in the first reduction of jobs since the all-exempt tour began in 1983.

In late October, the PGA Tour Players Advisory Council officially proposed an eye-opening series of changes to the competitive structure of the tour that would shrink tournament field sizes, squeeze the number available tour cards,

The PGA Tour policy board approved eligibility changes Monday that eliminate 25 cards through the FedEx Cup in the first reduction of jobs since 1983, and starting in 2026, only the top 100 in the FedEx Cup are assured full status the following year.

The PGA Tour announced numerous changes to its competitive structure, which included a reduction in field size for events such as The Players.

The tour’s policy board agreed upon the changes in an attempt to 'deliver a stronger and more competitive and entertaining' experience for fans and players.