PGA Tour Backs Permanent Daylight Time For Players

The PGA Tour has publicly endorsed legislation that could reshape the sport's daily schedule. On October 1, 2026, the Tour delivered an official letter to President Donald Trump, who had recently attended the 16th Presidents Cup in Chicago. The organization advocates for the permanent adoption of Daylight Saving Time, which would eliminate the annual clock changes that currently consume valuable evening hours.

For casual fans, this would mean sunsets occurring an hour later during winter months. For professional golfers, it would provide additional daylight to complete rounds without feeling rushed. PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp personally wrote to the President, expressing gratitude for his attendance at Medinah Country Club and emphasizing the Tour's support for the Sunshine Protection Act.

This bill, currently stalled in the Senate, would establish a federal standard for daylight saving, rather than allowing individual states to decide. The Tour believes the permanent daylight saving time would not only benefit golfers by extending usable daylight but also attract more casual players to the sport. The letter to President Trump highlights the PGA Tour's willingness to champion issues beyond golf's rules and prize money, aiming to create a more accessible environment for all levels of the game.

The bill's bipartisan support in the House has bolstered its chances, but the Senate vote remains the critical next step. If passed, the change would likely impact the 2027 winter season.