The move comes as the Tour pushes ahead with a broader set of changes planned for the 2027 schedule, a key element of commissioner Brian Rolapp’s strategy to create scarcity and elevate marquee events.
The Sentry’s withdrawal was driven by Maui’s ongoing drought and a deteriorating water system that left the course grasses stressed, with the event previously canceled this past January.
The Sony Open is in its final year of sponsorship under its current deal, with future plans reportedly eyeing a Champions Tour position. The Sentry contract runs through 2035, and there is speculation it will find a new home, with Torrey Pines among potential options.
The PGA Tour expressed gratitude to The Plantation Course at Kapalua, Kapalua Resort, Maui County and the state of Hawaii for their long support, while The Sentry emphasized its continued commitment to Maui and its communities.
While the full 2027 schedule has not been released, Rolapp has signaled a West Coast kickoff at a premier course and noted that The American Express will continue its event in January as part of the evolving plan to feature bigger markets and stronger fields.
Further updates on the 2027 schedule are expected, with the Travelers Championship in June often serving as a venue for major announcements. The Hawaii Swing’s end signals a significant shift as the Tour pursues a premier, high-profile calendar, even as many details remain unresolved.
