Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (Sports Network) - The PGA Tour and The Greenbrier have
signed a six-year extension that carries The Greenbrier Classic through 2021.
With the deal in place, The Greenbrier Classic becomes the longest tournament
commitment on the PGA Tour. The event, which is hosted at the West Virginia
resort whose head professional was once Sam Snead, has been running since
2010.
"The first three years of our contract with the PGA Tour have been a thrilling
ride," said Jim Justice, chairman and owner of The Greenbrier. "The Tour is a
fantastic partner and we're so proud and excited to announce that The
Greenbrier Classic will remain a bright light on the landscape of the PGA Tour
and continue to give our fans heart-pounding tournament action for years to
come."
Justice purchased the resort in May 2009 and helped bring a PGA event there.
Stuart Appleby won the first edition, while Scott Stallings was last year's
champion.
This year's tournament, which begins Thursday, has attracted a field that
includes Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Webb Simpson. Tom Watson, who became
the resort's second golf professional emeritus, will also play this weekend.
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