The upcoming G4D Tour is poised to make history with its inaugural event in the United States, held in conjunction with The CJ Cup Byron Nelson on the PGA Tour. From April 29-30, the tournament will unfold at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinneys, Texas, offering a platform for the top eight male and two female golfers with disabilities to showcase their exceptional skills on an international stage.
Established in 2022, the G4D Tour, also known as Golf for the Disabled, has garnered widespread attention for its efforts to spotlight the talent of golfers with disabilities and promote inclusivity in the sport. Coordinated by the DP World Tour in partnership with the European Disabled Golf Association (EDGA), the tour identifies participants with physical, intellectual, or sensory disabilities through their performances in over 120 world-ranked events conducted globally.
Keith Pelley, the chief executive of the DP World Tour, expressed profound satisfaction at the collaboration with the PGA Tour, emphasizing the extraordinary caliber of golf showcased on the G4D Tour. This partnership not only introduces a new generation to the inclusive nature of golf but also provides the participating athletes with a high-profile platform in the United States.
The 2024 G4D Tour schedule will encompass a total of nine tournaments across six countries, including a major championship – The G4D Open in May, organized in partnership with The R&A. Furthermore, the G4D Tour has significantly enhanced participation and raised awareness for golfers with disabilities through its association with DP World Tour events.
Jay Monahan, commissioner of the PGA Tour, expressed his honor in featuring the world’s premier golfers with disabilities at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson. He anticipates an exhilarating and memorable experience for each participant and eagerly looks forward to the positive impact of this collaboration.
American golfer Chris Biggins, a former winner of the US Disabled Open Golf Championship, conveyed his excitement for the G4D Tour’s debut in the United States and the PGA Tour. Having personally experienced the transformative influence of the G4D Tour, Biggins is eager to demonstrate the exceptional abilities of the tour’s participants to a home crowd, alongside an event he has admired since childhood. He remains hopeful that the historic event will inspire a new generation of adaptive athletes in America to pursue golf.
The G4D Tour’s entry into the United States marks a significant milestone in the journey towards promoting inclusivity and providing opportunities for athletes with disabilities on a global stage. As the tour continues to expand and gain recognition, it is poised to make a lasting impact on the world of golf.