With fires still raging in Los Angeles County the PGA Tour informed its membership on Thursday that it is monitoring the situation in regards to the upcoming Genesis Invitational is scheduled to be held at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades it is premature to discuss the potential impact on the Genesis Invitational (February 10-16) Although The Riviera Country Club has not been directly affected by the fires our immediate concern is the health and welfare of those in the affected communities including all our members who have ties to Southern California,” the Tour wrote to players in a message sent at 5 p.m “We will keep the membership updated as the situation develops.” located to the northeast in the city of Pasadena confirmed on social media that the club had been destroyed in the blaze High winds helped the fire grow across the region Riviera Country Club, which has been selected as host venue to the men’s and women’s golf at the 2028 L.A. Olympic Games, is located in the mandatory evacuation zone implemented earlier this week. The Riv will also host the 2026 U.S California and much of the required infrastructure is already in place The Genesis is sponsored by 15-time majors champion and Southern California native Tiger Woods. “We are grateful to the city of San Diego and Torrey Pines for hosting the 2025 Genesis Invitational, and to everyone who has reached out in support of the tournament,” Woods said in a statement. “While Riviera remains the home of The Genesis Invitational, we look forward to playing on another championship caliber golf course this year and using the tournament to support those affected by the fires in the Los Angeles area.” Sports Collin Morikawa and Sahith Theegala — with SoCal roots are following the fire in Pacific Palisades where next month’s Genesis Invitational is scheduled The PGA Tour said in a statement that it plans for the Genesis Invitational to return in 2026 to Riviera Debuting in 1926 at Los Angeles Country Club as the Los Angeles Open, the tournament was staged at various courses throughout the Los Angeles area before permanently settling at the Riviera Country Club in 1973. Known as the site of Jack Nicklaus’ professional debut and with 25 champions in the World Golf Hall of Fame, the tournament and Riviera have seen many major moments in golf history. 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after.. a leading owner and operator of all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean Travel Hotels and Resorts New Products & Services Do not sell or share my personal information: necessitating relocating the tournament from Riviera Country Club The PGA Tour and Tiger Woods’s foundation have yet to confirm plans that the event will move to Torrey Pines in San Diego where the Farmers Insurance Open has been taking place Golfweek has also reported on the pending move including PGA West near Palm Springs and TPC Scottsdale which hosts the WM Phoenix Open the week prior to the Genesis The $20 million tournament that is now a signature event with a limited field has been played at the iconic Riviera Country Club 60 times the 2028 Olympic golf tournament and the 2031 U.S But the course has been closed recently in the aftermath of considerable damage in the surrounding area that made the Tour and the TGR Foundation—which runs the event—announce last week that they would be looking for another venue. It is unclear if the event will only be played over Torrey Pines’s South course. The Farmers tournament is played over the North and South for the first two rounds before the 36-hole cut is made. Woods has considerable personal history at Torrey Pines, having won the PGA Tour event there eight times, the last in 2013. He also won the 2008 U.S. Open at the venue for his 14th major championship in a playoff over Rocco Mediate. It is also the site of his last top-10 finish on the PGA Tour. He tied for ninth at Torrey Pines in 2020 in what turned out to be his second-to-last event before the PGA Tour stopped play until the summer due to the coronavirus pandemic. Although Woods has yet to commit to his own event, he is expected to play. He is recovering from a September back surgery and played just five times in 2024. One of them was at the Genesis, where he withdrew during the second round due to illness. He missed the cut in three of the four major championships. Woods, 49, returned at the exhibition PNC Championship in December with his son, Charlie, losing in a playoff in the 36-hole event to Bernhard Langer and his son, Jason. Last week, Woods made his debut in the simulator, tech-infused TGL. He is also scheduled to play TGL on Jan. 27. As for his own game and health, Woods said: “As far as playing, I walked all three rounds at PNC (last month), had a great time there, and the walking is not the issue. It’s my game is not very good.” The Genesis will be the third signature event out of eight, following the Sentry in Hawaii won by Hideki Matsuyama. Next week’s AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am is also a signature event. 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Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience La Gran Riviera Mexican Cocina opened its doors with the help of the Shelby County Chamber on Monday PELHAM – A new Mexican restaurant has opened in Pelham bringing another unique dining experience to residents and visitors of the city offers a diverse menu of Mexican-style cuisine featuring everything from queso dip to burritos to margaritas With the help of the Shelby County Chamber the company officially opened its doors on Monday explained that the opening of the restaurant fills a void in the community it serves (when planning the new restaurant) we noticed there weren’t many Mexican restaurants in the (Pelham) area,” Vargas said Vargas also took the time to explain the meaning of the name of the restaurant “The name comes from a Caribbean (region) that’s one of the most beautiful in the world,” Vargas said “We really wanted to bring a little bit of the culture and the atmosphere (to Pelham).” Vargas also explained some of the restaurant’s signature dishes that customers can get excited for emphasizing the preparation process for La Gran Riviera’s food “The enchiladas and all the sauces are 100 percent made by hand,” Vargas said “They’re not bottled sauces… everything is authentic.” a dish exclusive to the restaurant which is a combination of grilled chicken shrimp and chorizo over a bed of rice topped with cheese sauce “Pretty much everything we make from scratch,” Vargas said We don’t have stuff that we keep overnight… it’s got to be fresh to taste good.” Vargas emphasized La Gran Riviera has plenty of options for alcoholic beverages as well “Our margaritas all (contain) fresh-squeezed lime juice,” Vargas said We have a Tequlia Mule and a Cantarito… they’re all signature drinks Vargas wants to cultivate a space that is welcoming to families across Pelham and beyond “We just want everybody to come in and forget about the outside world when they’re in here just to relax and enjoy the meals and the drinks.” La Gran Riviera is aiming to cultivate an environment that fosters community and lasting memories in Pelham visit its Instagram page at Instagram.com/lagranrivierapelham Just one AAC game is on Monday’s college basketball schedule That contest is the Wichita State Shockers squaring… The Memphis Grizzlies (38-22) face the Atlanta Hawks (27-33) as 8.5-point favorites on Monday take on the Brooklyn Nets (21-39).… The Wichita State Shockers versus the North Texas Mean Green is a game to catch on the Monday… The Monday college basketball slate has plenty of exciting matchups in store Our computer model has suggested picks… What would make you consider a digital subscription to Shelby County Reporter View Results Riviera was evacuated but has not been damaged by the Palisades fire, which as of Monday morning has burned 23,713 acres and numerous homes businesses and landmarks in Pacific Palisades and westward along Pacific Coast Highway Brentwood and Encino are under evacuation orders or warnings More than 12,000 structures remain threatened Officials estimate that more than 5,300 structures In a letter to membership, the PGA Tour said it is “monitoring the devastating fires in Los Angeles County. At this point, it is premature to discuss the potential impact on the Genesis Invitational. Although the Riviera Country Club has not been directly affected by the fires including all our members who have ties to Southern California We will keep the membership updated as the situation develops.” The Palisades fire engulfed the upscale community with huge portions of its residential district as well as businesses completely destroyed At least one death had been reported as of Friday morning “The Palisades fire is one of the most destructive natural disasters in the history of Los Angeles,” Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley said Pacific Palisades appeared more like a moonscape of destruction than an upscale neighborhood known for its ocean views Riviera has been the venue for the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, U.S. Amateur, U.S. Senior Open and the NCAA championships. It is scheduled to play host to the men’s and women’s golf competitions at the 2028 Olympic Games in L.A. The home of the Genesis Invitational has been included in the enforced evacuation zone as a result of fast-moving wildfires in western LA home of the PGA Tour's annual Genesis Invitational tournament has been included in a mandatory evacuation zone as a result of rapidly-spreading wildfires in north-west Los Angeles which began five miles away from Riviera CC (as the crow flies) in the Pacific Palisades area on Tuesday morning quickly grew out of control and had reportedly caused damage to more than 1,200 acres a matter of hours later Driven on by dry conditions and hurricane-force Santa Ana winds of up to 100mph, per NBC News the blaze engulfed a significant number of buildings and the initial evacuation zone was expanded to include Riviera CC According to one early report from a marshal on the ground the fire was spreading to the north and west - the opposite direction to one of California's most prestigious golf layouts a complete 180-degree switch in wind direction on Wednesday resulted in a smoke advisory warning for much of the Malibu coast - which includes Santa Monica and Beverly Hills - as more sections of the coast were put on high alert Updated video of the wildfires rapidly approaching Riviera Country Club.Reporters in the area have estimated the fires are moving at 2-3 football fields PER MINUTE. pic.twitter.com/U7KZjCMv84January 8, 2025 A video taken from a property which sits directly adjacent to the golf course showed just how close the fire was to Riviera - which is scheduled to host the Genesis Invitational next month as well as the 2026 US Women’s Open the 2028 Olympic Golf events and the 2031 US Open Several more photos posted on social media on Tuesday - one of which was from a plane heading towards LAX - further highlighted the fire's size and proximity to Riviera Subscribe to the Golf Monthly newsletter to stay up to date with all the latest tour news head-to-heads and buyer’s guides from our team of experienced experts The 2025 Genesis Invitational is scheduled to take place between February 13-16, with Tiger Woods set to act as tournament host once again almost 50,000 people had left affected areas of California as of 4am on Wednesday January 8 with three separate fires across LA all still at 0% contained That blank patch is Riviera CC. https://t.co/QsYqp3uEU6January 8, 2025 More than 300,000 energy customers have also been left without power while many schools and businesses are planning temporary closures on Wednesday and Thursday California is being affected by the Eaton Fire - which has spread across 100 acres through Altadena and Sierra Madre - plus the Hurst Fire in Sylmar at roughly 500 acres The Riv now in the mandatory evacuation zone pic.twitter.com/uR4GCxWpdOJanuary 7, 2025 Emergency services said that the strong winds are set to increase into Wednesday and are expected to continue into Thursday limiting the chance that further damage could be avoided Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as a result of what he described as "unprecedented" blazes and has announced the deployment of more than 1,400 firefighters in an attempt to control the natural disaster but "multiple burn victims" - including a 25-year-old female firefighter - were said to be among the injured He graduated from the University of Brighton with a degree in Sport Journalism in 2017 and spent almost five years as the sole sports reporter at his local newspaper Jonny has interviewed several stars of the game Jonny enjoys learning as much about the game as he can and recently reached his Handicap goal of 18 for the first time He attended both the 150th and 151st Open Championships and dreams of attending The Masters one day Firefighters are racing to control a fast-moving brush fire fueled by strong Santa Ana winds in northwest Los Angeles – and a historic PGA Tour golf course is now in the mandatory evacuation zone The Pacific Palisades fire was first reported shortly before 10:30 a.m PT near the Pacific Palisades Highlands community east of Palisades Drive and about 5 miles as the crow flies from Riviera Country Club which is set to host next month’s Genesis Invitational a signature event run by Tiger Woods’ foundation Originally, Riviera was outside of any evacuation zone, but with the blaze quickly spreading in high wind gusts (up to 100 mph, per NBC News) and surpassing over 1,200 acres in size in just hours which also extends west past Big Rock Beach and north into Topanga State Park The Riv now in the mandatory evacuation zone pic.twitter.com/uR4GCxWpdO #PalisadesFire from a flight arriving into LAX pic.twitter.com/NSOfSAymbk It’s been over seven years since a wildfire impacted Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa just hours after the completion of the 2017 Safeway Open Though the courses were relatively unaffected grandstands from the tournament were engulfed in flames from the Atlas Fire caused more than a billion dollars and killed over 30 people A Division of NBCUniversal DISCLAIMER: This site and the products offered are for entertainment purposes only and there is no gambling offered on this site This service is intended for adult audiences No guarantees are made for any specific outcome the PGA Tour is moving next month’s Genesis Invitational to a to-be-determined location the week of Feb the longtime home to the event in greater Los Angeles has been spared damage by the fires but the club itself is closed and the surrounding area has suffered significant hardship “The PGA Tour’s focus continues to be on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural disaster in Greater Los Angeles,” the Tour said in a statement “We are grateful for the life-saving efforts of the first responders and the tireless work being done to put an end to the tragic wildfires and out of respect for the unfolding situation we have determined that the 2025 Genesis Invitational will be played at an alternate location the week of Feb A venue update and additional tournament information will be provided in the coming days.” The tournament, won last year by Hideki Matsuyama after a final-round 62 is one of the PGA Tour’s eight signature events and has a $20 million purse and a limited field Tiger Woods is the tournament host and it benefits his TGR foundation With no open dates on the schedule prior to the FedEx Cup playoffs, it was unlikely that the tournament would be postponed And canceling it was also not deemed to be likely given the revenue such a tournament produces for the Tour and the charities involved via television rights fees and sponsorship fees Moving it to another location—just a month out—will be a challenge The Tour has potential options in playing consecutive weeks at TPC Scottsdale where the WM Phoenix Open precedes the Genesis As could the venue for next week’s Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines No Tour representatives have publicly discussed any ideas. Nor did Woods when asked on Tuesday night after competing in the TGL we’re just trying to just figure everything out and make sure that everyone is safe and we have meetings scheduled going forward,” Woods said we’re not really focused on the tournament It’s more about what we can do to help everyone who’s struggling who’s lost homes and had their lives changed.” is where Woods made his PGA Tour debut in 1992 as an amateur The iconic venue will also host the 2026 U.S the 2028 Olympic golf tournament as well as the 2031 U.S The statement said that the Tour is “identifying the most impactful ways the tournament can support the Los Angeles community and the ongoing relief efforts.” And it has a charitable aspect set up. The Sun rises over homes destroyed by the Palisades Fire in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles Tiger Woods and Max Homa of the Jupiter Links Golf Club react as they fall behind the Los Angeles Golf Club Charred vehicles are illuminated by utility lights at homes destroyed by the Palisades Fire in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles Still to be determined is where the $20 million signature event One option is another golf course that already is part of the West Coast Swing — away from Los Angeles — which would limit the costs and hours required to build out a tournament site with everything from grandstands to corporate hospitality to television structures which sits just south of Sunset Boulevard and about 4 miles from the Pacific Ocean was not damaged in the fires that have killed at least 25 people and destroyed more than 12,000 structures The tour has resisted any decision until some movement had been made on containing fires It decided to relocate in collaboration with title sponsor Genesis The announcement of a new venue is expected in the coming days “The PGA Tour is identifying the most impactful ways the tournament can support the Los Angeles community and the ongoing relief efforts,” it said in a statement encouraging people to help with support on its website Riviera was founded 99 years ago and has hosted U.S and the golf competition for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics Open in 2031 for the first time since 1948 This will be the first time what previously was called the Los Angeles Open is not at Riviera since 1998 when it was held at the TPC Valencia because Riviera was preparing to host the U.S The tournament was first held at Riviera in 1929 Woods has an exemption to play any of the signature events this year The Genesis Invitational is the only non-major he has played on the PGA Tour schedule since his 2021 car crash He said on Tuesday during his TMRW Golf League debut “We’re trying to just figure everything out and make sure that everyone is safe and we have meetings scheduled going forward.” who’s lost homes and had their lives changed,” he said Riviera is located in the Pacific Palisades area which has been experienced most of the devastation of the fires that began on Jan Although the golf course itself has emerged undamaged water and public transportation has been interrupted and emergency services such as police The tournament is co-sponsored by Tiger Woods’ company we have determined that the 2025 Genesis Invitational will be played at an alternate location the week of Feb “A venue update and additional tournament information will be provided in the coming days.” The Tour statement also praised first responders and said the Tour “is identifying the most impactful ways the tournament can support the Los Angeles community and the ongoing relief efforts.” The Tour has set up a website fans can engage, pgatour.com/Support LA. ”The PGA Tour’s focus continues to be on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural disaster in Greater Los Angeles,” the statement said “We are grateful for the life-saving efforts of first responders and the tireless work being done to put an end to the tragic wildfires.” There have been numerous possibilities floated in recent days The Tour could return to the La Quinta Country Club one of the courses in the American Express rotation this week in Palm Springs.The Tour also could return to Torrey Pines near San Diego where the Farmers Insurance Open is being played next week Another course near San Diego is the La Costa Country Club the former venue for The Sentry in the 1990s.The Sherwood Country Club has hosted off-season Tour events in the past notable Tiger Woods’ Hero World Challenge before it moved to the Bahamas.The Tour also could elect to play two weeks in a row at the TPC Scottsdale where the WM Phoenix Open is scheduled Feb 6-9.Another course outside California that could be considered is Shadow Creek in Las Vegas.This report was updated with new information The PGA Tour announced Friday that it is relocating the Genesis Invitational from Riviera to Torrey Pines’ South Course in the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged the Los Angeles area will host two Tour events in a four-week span as it is currently staging the Farmers Insurance Open the Tour’s third $20 million signature event of the season It will be played only on the South Course annually one of the most difficult stops on Tour is an inspired choice for the Genesis’ tournament host is expected to join this year’s limited field The Tour said that this year’s Genesis will have several Los Angeles-related relief initiatives “While Riviera remains the home of the Genesis Invitational,” Woods said “we look forward to playing on another championship-caliber golf course this year and using the tournament to support those affected by the fires in the Los Angeles area.” Inset image shows just how close LA fires came to Riviera CC earlier this week The PGA Tour sent an memo out on Thursday in relation to the Genesis Invitational - which is set to be hosted by Riviera Country Club next month the PGA Tour said it is too early to discuss how next month's Genesis Invitational will be affected by ongoing fires in Los Angeles 16 people are confirmed to have died as a result of this week's fires and more than 150,000 residents have been put under evacuation orders with 37,000 acres of land having already been destroyed by the flames the Palisades fire has already been labelled the most destructive in the city's history And despite Los Angeles County declaring a public health emergency earlier this week warning that smoke and particulate matter could pose immediate and long-term threats the PGA Tour stated that an update on its next Californian event will not arrive until the situation in LA is much more stable In a memo sent out to its members on Thursday it is premature to discuss the potential impact on the Genesis Invitational “Although The Riviera Country Club has not been directly affected by the fires We will keep the membership updated as the situation develops.” Disruption has already been felt in other sports with multiple NBA games in the area postponed this week and the LA Rams' NFL home playoff clash against the Minnesota Vikings moved from SoFi Stadium in Inglewood California to the Arizona Cardinals' State Farm Stadium in Glendale As fire-relief efforts start and continue in the coming days and weeks, PGA Tour golfer, Sahith Theegala has announced that he will play his own part by raising money for charities helping those deal with the destruction throughout the entire West Coast Swing the World No.13 - who grew up in the Los Angeles suburb of Chino Hills California and attended Pepperdine University - said that he would donate $100 for every birdie he made and $250 for every eagle carded at the Sony Open in Hawaii this week Theegala has since vowed that he will extend his charitable efforts through at leas the next four tournaments - five if the Genesis Championship does indeed take place as planned the 27-year-old said: "Gonna be continuing this for the whole West Coast swing realized making birdies and eag(le)s is hard Any little bit helps during this devastating time.” Riviera CC remains inside the evacuation zone but has reportedly been unaffected by the fires as further strong Santa Ana winds blow the blaze east The Genesis Invitational will be held at a new location in 2025 following the recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area The event previously known as the Los Angeles Open has been held at the Riviera Country Club The country club is located near the Palisades fire. The Los Angeles Medical Examiner announced Thursday that 27 people have died in the Southern California fires in recent days “The PGA TOUR’s focus continues to be on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural disaster in Greater Los Angeles,” the PGA Tour said in a statement What courses could Genesis Invitational consider?With the Riviera Country Club out of consideration for the upcoming event we have determined that The Genesis Invitational 2025 will be played at an alternate location the week of Feb There have been 11 different host courses used throughout the history of the tournament but none have been used more than The Riviera Country Club The club was first used in 1929 for the first time and has been used 60 times for the event All but one of the 11 courses remain open and could be considered possibilities for the 2025 event The Valencia Country Club was the last course used outside of the Riviera Country Club in 1998 Design and decor go a long way toward establishing the ambience of a hotel, and Paradisus La Perla Riviera Maya is a perfect example During my recent three-night stay at this adults-only all-inclusive resort I was captivated by the property’s upscale vibe modern-yet-inviting decor and ideal balance of indoor and outdoor public spaces Semi-enclosed walkways in the main building wrap around koi-filled ponds that are accented with eye-catching modern sculptures and the pristinely landscaped grounds are graced with multiple swimming pools this is a decidedly photogenic property — and it’s quickly become one of my favorite hotels in Playa del Carmen Recent renovations to 49 suites in The Reserve have made Paradisus La Perla Riviera Maya an even more appealing option for travelers looking to combine the convenience of the all-inclusive concept with the comfort of a luxury hotel — not to mention the proximity to all that Playa del Carmen has to offer Guests at Paradisus La Perla Riviera Maya have the luxury of choice especially because — in addition to dining at multiple restaurants in the adults-only section — they can also access restaurants entertainment and other features of the family-friendly Paradisus Playa del Carmen Riviera Maya since that section has some of its own exclusive options where I treated myself to delicious spanakopita and lamb Guests at The Reserve are also entitled to one meal at Sal (Other hotel guests pay extra for meals there.)  I also enjoyed access to an exclusive lounge that offers snacks drinks and attentive concierge service; my attendant was always good about checking in on me via WhatsApp and he efficiently arranged all my dinner reservations — I never had to make a phone call or even visit the concierge desk Another culinary highlight during my visit was a tasty dinner at Tokimeku an adults-only Asian fusion venue that has teppanyaki tables in private rooms a sushi bar and standard restaurant seating in an upscale atmosphere I also enjoyed lunch at two of the resort’s buffet restaurants — Naos Other adults-only options at Paradisus La Perla Riviera Maya include Lemon Fish a Latin fusion eatery; Kicks Sports & Fun Bar; and Fahrenheit culinary options include Italian fare at Cappella handmade ice cream at Twe12lvet and Asian fusion specialties at Tori Paradisus is one of the all-inclusive brands that has begun offering off-property experiences at no extra charge; in this case, the concept is called Destination Inclusive and this is a wonderful opportunity for guests to enjoy a wider array of activities guests staying in superior-designated rooms can sign up for a free outing to a cenote — the giant sinkholes that are some of the region’s most beautiful natural attractions — for a yoga class offers a variety of therapy treatments and services (The water ritual hydrotherapy experience is included at no extra charge for guests staying at The Reserve.) Live nightly entertainment is another big draw; shows vary widely ranging from mariachi performances to acrobatic shows Travelers looking to celebrate special moments may also be interested to hear about Paradisus La Perla Riviera Maya’s convention center which can host as many as 2,000 people for meetings The hotel is well-versed in serving diverse clientele with South Asian and LGBTQ+ destination weddings among its areas of expertise Clients can expect an array of room categories here I found it hard to leave my spacious and handsome suite at The Reserve which had a whirlpool tub and overlooked one of the swimming pools was an inviting place to relax in the morning and at the end of the day I also appreciated the moveable wall between the bathroom and bedroom which allows guests to open up the space and enjoy the view while bathing Additional features of The Reserve suites include seating areas dining tables (which I found perfect for working) a large number of well-located outlets and minifridges stocked with drinks and snacks (all of which are included) homey touch that complements the modern decor while new amenities by Biology are part of the recent upgrade to suites at The Reserve Travelers looking to maximize their time in the water may want to consider booking a swim-up suite which features similar decor but with direct access to a pool so guests who are members of Melia Rewards can accrue and redeem points I found Paradisus La Perla Riviera Maya to be an especially good choice in the highly competitive hotel scene in Mexico’s Riviera Maya Copyright © 2025 Northstar Travel Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. 301 Route 17 N, Suite 1150, Rutherford, NJ 07070 USA | Telephone: (201) 902-2000 RAGING wildfires are threatening an iconic golf course in Southern California Flames are burning through the Palisades and the Los Angeles area as emergency crews work to contain the fires Tens of thousands of Californians have been evacuated from their homes as whipping winds move the wildfires across the area they are rapidly approaching Riviera Country Club This course is one of the most historic in the United States and is firmly in the path of the wildfire's spread The club is now in one of the mandatory evacuation zones "There are active fires right now up the road "Early in the morning they let people up there but there is now the issue of smoke inhalation so we’re not letting anybody up They added that although the club is not on fire at the moment Riviera is the home of the Genesis Invitational, one of the premier PGA Tour events. that event is set to be played from February 13 to 16 Golf fans can't believe the iconic course is so close to the flames and shared their sadness on social media Can’t believe how fast the fire is moving," a third fan said "Those old trees in the course are going to be toast," a fourth fan said "Golf gods must be angry," a fifth fan said The potential destruction of Riviera is not only notable because of the Genesis Invitational but also because of two much more important events the Olympics are coming to the United States and Riviera is meant to host the golf event the US Open is also slated to be played at Riviera The PGA Tour’s Genesis Invitational, which is held annually at Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles, will be relocated to an alternate site in light of the deadly wildfires that have been burning for more than a week but the PGA Tour has not yet announced the substitute location “The PGA Tour’s focus continues to be on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural disaster in Greater Los Angeles,” a statement from the PGA Tour said. “We are grateful for the life-saving efforts of first responders and the tireless work being done to put an end to the tragic wildfires. we have determined that the 2025 Genesis Invitational will be played at an alternate location the week of February 10-16 A venue update and additional tournament information will be provided in the coming days.” The announcement of an alternate venue for the tournament — a “signature” event on the PGA Tour — was shared with players on Thursday afternoon which has hosted the event 60 times since 1929 has not been directly affected by the destructive fires that devastated the Pacific Palisades the course is located close to some of the most significant damage in the Los Angeles region have already forced the relocation and rescheduling of other professional sporting events in the city to avoid drawing emergency personnel and resources away from Los Angeles’ ongoing emergency response speaking after the second annual TGL match “We’re trying to just figure everything out and make sure that everyone is safe and we have meetings scheduled going forward,” Woods said In its statement, the PGA Tour shared a link that fans can visit to support relief efforts in the Los Angeles community Gabby Herzig is a Staff Writer for The Athletic covering golf. Before joining The Athletic, she worked as a breaking news writer for Sports Illustrated’s golf vertical and a contributing editor at Golf Digest. She is a graduate of Pomona College, where she captained the varsity women’s golf team. Print The Duchess of Sussex will take a less California-centric approach to her latest lifestyle business The “Suits” star, formerly Meghan Markle, announced Tuesday morning that she rebranded her American Riviera Orchard (a nod to Santa Barbara) under a more timeless name: As Ever. “Cat’s out of the bag, I’m shocked we’ve kept this a secret for so long,” Meghan told fans in an Instagram video “‘As Ever’ means ‘as it’s always been’ or some even say ‘in the same way as always,’” Meghan wrote in the caption “If you’ve followed along since my days of creating The Tig you’ll know this couldn’t be truer for me.” Awards two of the executive producers and creatives behind the Netflix docuseries discuss what it was like to chronicle the royal couple’s journey and gain their trust American Riviera Orchard enjoyed a brief celebrity-focused soft launch ahead of its intended debut last year. A-listers including Kris Jenner, Chrissy Teigen and Mindy Kaling received jars of American Riviera Orchard jam and flaunted them on Instagram But not everybody felt love for American Riviera Orchard — specifically its name “It’s just finding every way she can to monetize something,” the unnamed resident told Vanity Fair. Entertainment & Arts spoke out about the dangers of social media and whether their kids will use it The former “Archetypes” podcast host told fans she is excited to return to her lifestyle roots. “This is what I do,” she said. “I haven’t been able to share it with you in the same way for the past few years, but now I can.” “Of course, there will be fruit preserves. I think we’re all clear at this point that jam is my jam,” she continued, expressing more excitement for her As Ever offerings. After a doctored image and unsatisfying apology the palace fell into a pattern familiar from Princess Diana and Meghan Markle: making a difficult situation worse Beyond Instagram, Meghan teased her latest venture with a new website featuring a surprise guest The brand’s page displays a single idyllic photo: Meghan runs through a grassy field with 3-year-old daughter Lilibet in tow Meghan and Harry welcomed Lilibet in June 2021. They also share son Archie, who was born in May 2019. Alexandra Del Rosario is an entertainment reporter on the Los Angeles Times Fast Break Desk. Before The Times, she was a television reporter at Deadline Hollywood, where she first served as an associate editor. She has written about a wide range of topics including TV ratings, casting and development, video games and AAPI representation. Del Rosario is a UCLA graduate and also worked at the Hollywood Reporter and TheWrap. Hollywood Inc. Television Books User login the Welsh band Stereophonics has a brand new album: Make 'em Laugh Have a Nice Day and Maybe Tomorrow are coming to the capital to present their new album next 11 May at La Riviera the group went by the name of Tragic Love Company in tribute to their favourite groups: Tragically Hip Later on they changed to their current name under which they have notched up five number 1 albums in the UK This is a major achievement that few bands can claim putting them up there with the likes of The Beatles Stereophonics seek to achieve transcendence with their songs and many of them contain messages of protest against social injustice Their strong social and musical commitment has even captivated Bob Dylan who has declared himself to be a fan of the band Docking station: Segovia 45 (calle Segovia festivals and classical concerts held in the Spanish capital From small gigs in hidden bars to jam-packed concerts in popular cafés Take a peek at our selection of the most important events taking place in Madrid and start planning your next visit The city’s new official sightseeing and tourist travel pass Our online store (in Spanish) sells artisan souvenirs It's hard to pick a favorite part of La Casa de la Playa Perched above the Riviera Maya's turquoise coastline the crown jewel of Grupo Caret's portfolio promises luxury each with its own private plunge pool and outdoor soaking tub carved within a boulder I found La Casa de La Playa to be an elevated all-inclusive experience on my October visit to the resort the first thing to greet guests (after their personal butler of course) is the private plunge pool that comes with uninterrupted ocean views The outdoor soaking tubs -- stone cutouts that look like they were scooped from a cenote -- invite long And then there's the in-room jellyfish aquarium you read that right.) Pulsating moon jellyfish lend a hypnotic glow to the room But the real magic for me: I was not just staring at these ethereal creatures Guests should request a behind-the-scenes tour of the resort's jellyfish lab where they'll emerge knowing more about moon jellies than they could have possibly expected when they checked in fascinating dive into marine biology and a neat perk of a stay at the resort La Casa de la Playa is as much about the adventures it offers as the indulgence it provides and I'm not just talking margaritas and in-room dining -- though Think private dinners inside the Xcaret theme park or personalized purification rituals and private caving expeditions I found myself up to my elbows in chocolate at the resort's chocolate-making workshop -- a deliciously decadent homage to Mexico's cacao legacy The workshop is held in the on-site candy store where guests can pop in 24 hours a day to fill their pockets with Mexican truffles it was wine and Mexican food pairings curated by the resort's in-house sommelier The cherry on top of this experience is the unlimited access to all of Grupo Xcaret's adventure parks from Xel-Ha's snorkeling to Xplor's ziplines Guests can also book included sailings about Xcaret Xailing to explore the islands of Isla Mujeres and Cozumel Private transportation whisks you to and from these activities Even in spaces designed for mass enjoyment the La Casa de la Playa treatment has the VIP status dialed in the signature piece is a stunning infinity pool it's one of those cinematic wow moments to swim out toward the edge Most guests can be found splayed out on the rounded daybeds dotted along the pool deck Adjacent to the aquatic architecture is the Muluk Spa a sanctuary of treatment rooms and an outdoor hydrotherapy circuit with steam showers On the rooftop is yet another pool with expansive Caribbean Sea views food is an important pillar of the resort's concept But La Casa de la Playa takes it a step further calling names like Michelin-starred Martha Ortiz and the Rivera-Rio brothers to helm restaurants Ortiz's dishes at Tuch de Luna are an edible art from the open-faced quesadilla piled high with mushrooms and arugula to the decadent spin on eggs Benedict atop a blue corn tlacoyo The Rivera-Rio brothers have two restaurants here with Centli focusing on the corn-based cuisine of southern Mexico and Lumbre highlighting the smoky desert flavors of the north particularly for the pork belly taco topped with tuna tartare and caviar And not to be overlooked is La Casa de la Playa's wine cellar -- a treasure trove of Mexican vintages where guests can come at any time and select a bottle to bring back to their room -- all included in the all-inclusive rate What sets La Casa de La Playa apart isn't just its over-the-top amenities -- it's the details From the handmade Mexican crafts that adorn the lobby and each suite to the ecoconscious design that integrates into nature This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Riviera Country Club will not host next month’s Genesis Invitational the Signature Event hosted annually by Tiger Wods The esteemed Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, will not host this year’s Genesis Invitational, the PGA Tour announced on Thursday The reason for moving this Signature Event is quite apparent: wildfires across the greater Los Angeles Metropolitan area have wreaked havoc on the region. According to NBC News, firefighters have contained only 22% of the Pacific Palisades fire which came close to Riviera a few days ago the famous club fell within the mandatory evacuation zone last week and hotels to focus their efforts on supporting the displaced citizens of Southern California — not a golf tournament that is of little importance compared to the recovery efforts “We’re not really focused on the tournament as of right now,” said Genesis Invitational host Tiger Woods on Tuesday “There’s so many other things that are bigger than that Twenty-seven people have unfortunately succumbed to the blazes across the region while almost 13,000 buildings have been lost The entire country has rallied around Los Angeles as the city may face dangerous situations in the coming days The National Weather Service predicts the infamous Santa Ana winds will pick up again next week the tour has decided to move the tournament to a location that will be announced in the coming days Jack Milko is a golf staff writer for SB Nation’s Playing Through. Follow him on X @jack_milko The PGA Tour is relocating the Genesis Invitational out of wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles 13-16 on the South course at Torrey Pines in San Diego with an emphasis on relief initiatives for victims of the fires That gives Torrey Pines two tournaments in a span of four weeks The tour said the $20 million signature event hosted by Tiger Woods would return to Riviera Country Club next year but it is located in the Pacific Palisades community that has been devasted by fires that have killed 28 people and destroyed more than 14,000 structures in Greater Los Angeles since Jan “While Riviera remains the home of the Genesis Invitational we look forward to playing on another championship caliber golf course this year and using the tournament to support those affected by the fires in the Los Angeles area,” Woods said The announcement came as the South course at Torrey Pines was preparing for the third round of the Farmers Insurance Open Going to the same course twice in four weeks allows the tour to take advantage of infrastructure already in place the CEO of Century Club of San Diego that runs the Farmers Insurance Open said tournament organizers and volunteers were ready to help even as a new group — Woods’ TGR Live — is responsible for operating the Torrey tournament in February It was being able to be chosen to help,” Gorsich said we compete so much with LA on the field and consider them a rival “This is an opportunity for San Diego to come together and do something with our brothers and sisters up in LA truly feel like that’s a part of it,” he said “It’s about being able to give them a place to host their event and have their sense of community and keep going (with) what they need and rise above the challenge and for us to be able to help deliver that for them it was really exciting for us in that regard.” Woods has not indicated if he will be playing The Genesis Invitational is the only non-major he has played since his legs were badly injured in a February 2021 car crash in LA Woods is an eight-time winner as a pro at Torrey Pines He last played Torrey Pines in 2020 and tied for ninth Torrey Pines has been part of the PGA Tour since 1968 and has hosted two U.S “Highlighting the resilience of Los Angeles and the need for continued support for the ongoing recovery efforts is what our collective teams are working towards with the playing of the Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines,” PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan said Torrey Pines twice has held tournaments five months apart when the U.S Open was held on San Diego's fabled municipal course in 2008 and 2021 An even quicker turnaround was at Muirfield Village in 2020 when it hosted tournaments in consecutive weeks — the Workday Charity Open and the Memorial — as part of a reconfigured schedule brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic AP Sports Writer Greg Beacham in San Diego contributed to this report The PGA Tour is officially moving the Genesis Invitational Tournament away from the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades.  Riviera has long been the host of the Genesis as part of the PGA Tour's West Coast swing with the tournament scheduled for its usual week But with the devastating fires that wiped out nearly every house in the nearby Palisades the Tour issued a statement on Thursday explaining their decision to move the tournament to an alternate site.  "The PGA Tour's focus continues to be on the safety and well-being of those affected by the unprecedented natural disaster in Greater Los Angeles," the statement said "We are grateful for the life-saving efforts of first responders and the tireless work being done to put an end to the tragic wildfires we have determined that the 2025 Genesis Invitational will be played at an alternate location the week of February 10-16." The PGA Tour did not announce a new site for the tournament - Tiger Woods talks with the media in a press conference prior to The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club on February 14 (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images) While Riviera wasn't directly impacted by the massive Palisades Fire it's extremely close to areas of the city that entirely burned down And with the fire still not completely contained and massive debris clearing efforts yet to start it makes sense that adding tens of thousands of fans each day to the area wouldn't work Moving the tournament pales in comparison to the devastation and lives lost but it's yet another reminder of the incompetence of both Los Angeles political leadership and California government in the lead up to these horrific events.  Instead of preparation and competent governance, LA Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom ignored requests from fire departments and caved to environmental activists who opposed brush clearing efforts Now an entire city is essentially destroyed if not decades to go before it's rebuilt potential replacement sites include La Quinta Country Club in the Palm Springs area That course hosts the American Express tournament this coming weekend Torrey Pines in San Diego is another potential site Torrey has hosted the US Open several times and will be the site of the upcoming Farmers Insurance Open.  There's also the potential for back-to-back tournaments at TPC Scottsdale in the Phoenix area The Genesis Invitational is one of the PGA Tour's signature events Hopefully it's back where it belongs at Riviera next year Ian Miller is a former award watching high school actor and trying to get the remote back from his dog You are agreeing to OutKick's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy DISCLAIMER: This site is 100% for entertainment purposes only and does not involve real money betting. 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The PGA Tour is relocating the Genesis Invitational out of wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles, announcing Friday it will be held Feb. 13-16 on the South course at Torrey Pines in San Diego with an emphasis on relief initiatives for victims of the fires The tour said the $20 million signature event hosted by Tiger Woods would return to Riviera Country Club next year AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf The American rock band with southern roots is visiting the La Riviera Hall on 14 November 2025 as part of their latest tour of concerts in which they will present their new album, Bloom Larkin Poe is an American rock-rock band with southern roots led by sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell (they perform live as a quartet) who are often touted as "the little sisters of the Allman Brothers” and were voted "Best Discovery of Glastonbury 2014" by the UK's The Observer.  both sisters were called the Lowell Sisters This musical adventure resulted in two albums and lasted until 2009 until they presented themselves as Larkin Poe in January 2010 They have been nominated for the Grammy Awards in the category of Best Contemporary Blues Album for Venom & Faith (2018) and both the aforementioned LP and Self Made Man (2020) have reached Number One on the Billboard of blues albums they are presenting Bloom (2025) in a new concert tour which is the eighth studio album in their career This album confirms Larkin Poe as an authority of contemporary roots rock and it is an example of their huge talent as vocalists and songwriters Check official webpage Go to Home PageSubscribeAdvertiser disclosureSearch The Points Guy a pool overlooking the pristine turquoise water and more is only the third all-inclusive resort to open as part of Marriott International's The Luxury Collection Related: The best all-inclusive resorts in Mexico "This resort will continue to deliver on The Luxury Collection promise of providing access to the most fascinating and sought-after locations on earth while offering unparalleled amenities and service that discerning global explorers have come to expect from our brand," Brian King the president of Marriott International for the Caribbean and Latin America "We hope travelers around the globe join us in celebrating the grand opening of this extraordinary retreat and discover a world where elegance and exclusivity come together to create unforgettable memories." starting at around 830 square feet and going all the way up to over 3,100 square feet and feature large soaking tubs as well as separate living rooms Accommodations can be arranged with a king bed or two double beds or as a two-bedroom suite book one of the rooms with a private plunge pool The resort continues to pay homage to its surroundings with its buzzy restaurant scene which opens early and surrounds guests with lush greenery These are just two of the four on-property restaurants and three bars all of which use local ingredients to indulge guests Explore Mediterranean fare at the Cote a Costa restaurant or enjoy "traditional Chinese techniques with modern innovation" at Qin Qin But the real indulgence comes at the 22,000-square-foot Thalasso Spa Center a sauna and a steam room for the ultimate relaxation experience the resort is offering personalized in-suite spa experiences Guests can also enjoy fun activities like yoga and dance classes a tennis court and both the El Camaleon and PGA Riviera Maya Golf Courses Paraiso de la Bonita will indulge guests with private yacht trips and scuba diving to take full advantage of the resort's location along the glimmering Caribbean Sea And guests will also have access to The Luxury Collection Concierge service which can help them design a personalized itinerary Rates for the property start at $564 or 80,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night for two people for a stay in April, May, June, July or August of this year, according to a search on the hotel's website. This rate is available for members of Marriott Bonvoy's loyalty program As the third all-inclusive property in The Luxury Collection, Paraiso de la Bonita joins Almare on Mexico's Isla Mujeres and Sanctuary Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic, which TPG ranks as one of the best Marriott all-inclusive resorts. The Points Guy believes that credit cards can transform lives helping you leverage everyday spending for cash back or travel experiences that might otherwise be out of reach That’s why we publish a variety of editorial content and card comparisons: to help you find a great card to turn your goals into reality Timberlake x Nike shoe collab early access Hideki Matsuyama plays an approach during the Genesis Invitational in 2024 The Genesis Invitational will be played at a different site next month than its typical host Riviera Country Club following the fires that have ravaged Los Angeles in the last two weeks.  The PGA Tour announced the decision Thursday afternoon, saying the Genesis Invitational will be contested “at an alternate location” over the same scheduled dates of February 10-16. The venue decision “will be provided in the coming days” the statement read.  which is hosted by Tiger Woods and the Tiger Woods Foundation But Riviera is located in the Pacific Palisades one of the locales hit hardest by one of the worst fires in the history of California.  The golf club was located within a mandatory evacuation zone for much of the last week with the perimeter of the Palisades Fire coming within a couple hundred yards of the course Video footage soon trickled out from near the club with fire and smoke raging in the background Updated video of the wildfires rapidly approaching Riviera Country Club.Reporters in the area have estimated the fires are moving at 2-3 football fields PER MINUTE. pic.twitter.com/U7KZjCMv84 The Palisades Fire has been the biggest of the multitude of blazes that have destroyed parts of LA County in January. The Riviera-adjacent fire has spanned more than 23,000 acres and, as of Thursday afternoon, was just 22% contained Woods made a statement about the fires earlier this week alluding to charitable efforts he and his foundation plan to make he was asked about the effect it may have on the staging of the Genesis Invitational “It’s just sad,” Woods said after his debut TGL appearance, standing next to Max Homa I’ve known a couple people that have lost everything we’re trying to just figure everything out and make sure that everyone is safe and we have meetings scheduled going forward we’re not really focused on the tournament It’s more about what we can do to help everyone who’s struggling who’s lost homes and had their lives changed.” The PGA Tour has routinely brought the best golfers in the world to the country’s west coast for the first two months of the calendar year often culminating in the Genesis Invitational in mid-February All of which means the event will have potential homes for this 2025 iteration that are used to hosting tournament infrastructure and spectators The last time the Genesis Invitational was held away from Riviera was in 1998 when it was hosted at Valencia Country Club north of LA because Riviera was playing host to the U.S the event has been held at Rancho Park in LA and Brookside Golf Course in Pasadena but those are both municipal courses incapable of hosting a modern There is no shortage of elite golf courses in the Los Angeles area but given how the fires have affected huge swaths of the county the event may need to be moved outside of the Greater LA Metro Area Sean Zak is a writer at GOLF Magazine and just published his first book, which follows his travels in Scotland during the most pivotal summer in the game’s history All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team known for having won the Eurovision Song Contest twice will be performing on 9 March at La Riviera as part of her European tour.  In this concert songwriter and producer of Moroccan origins who rose to fame after participating in the Swedish Idol 2004 programme she made her debut on the music scene with the single she extended her career to become a television presenter for the Swedish channel TV4.  Her versatility led her to become a musical producer and director of various TV reality shows in Sweden consolidating her place in the entertainment industry the single that became her first commercial hit in her native Sweden she won the Eurovision Song Contest 2012 with the song her commercial success spread to the rest of Europe and she released two studio albums Heal (2012) and Ride (2017) combining styles ranging from dance and electronic to indie-pop.  when the artist returned to the Eurovision Song Contest representing Sweden that she was proclaimed the winner thanks to the song Loreen became the first woman to win the Song Contest twice.  Since then Switzerland -- The International Golf Federation made it official Friday by announcing with Los Angeles Olympic organizers that Riviera Country Club will host the golf competition in 2028 Riviera already has been preparing for the Los Angeles Games. A year ago, it had gold medalists Justin Rose (Rio de Janeiro) and Xander Schauffele (Tokyo) pose at the fabled club alongside Olympic swimming champion Janet Evans Riviera dates to 1926 and will celebrate its centennial anniversary in two years by hosting the U.S The course off Sunset Boulevard also will get another U.S Open in 2031 for the first time since Ben Hogan won in 1948 Its most recent major was the 1995 PGA Championship Riviera hosts the Genesis Invitational on the PGA Tour each February. Hideki Matsuyama won this year with a 62 the lowest final round by a winner at Riviera Los Angeles is hosting the Summer Games for the third time in 2028 Poston shot a 10-under 62 to take a one-stroke lead over Justin Lower in the opening round of The American Express on Thursday Poston carded nine birdies and an eagle on the Nicklaus Tournament Course at PGA West in the Palm Springs-area desert Lower was one stroke ahead of an 8-under pack that included Jason Day PGA TOUR SCOREBOARD Poston excels on the three mostly generous courses used for this event finishing tied for sixth at The American Express in 2023 and tied for 11th last year The North Carolina native has also done well in other deserts “When I feel like I’m really hitting it good I feel like I’ve got all the shots and can get the ball close to the hole and really take advantage of those scoring clubs,” said Poston “I feel like I can go out there and make a bunch of birdies like I did today so a tournament like this sort of plays into that.” Lower shot a bogey-free 63 at La Quinta that included consecutive eagles “I don’t even think I’ve done it in just a regular round Canadian Nick Taylor built on his victory in the Sony Open last Sunday with a 65 at the Pete Dye Stadium Course while Justin Thomas shot 67 and Patrick Cantlay shot 68 the 17-year-old prodigy playing on a sponsor exemption shot 72 in his first round as a professional After bogeying his second hole and double-bogeying his third calmed down and strung together three consecutive birdies before finishing with 12 straight pars “It was challenging the first couple of holes just because my adrenaline was up,” Brown said so our distances weren’t going exactly what we thought they were going to go Then a poor shot on hole 3 left me in the hazard The American Express is the third event of the new PGA Tour season and one of only two pro-ams on the calendar a carryover from the event’s long history as the Bob Hope Desert Classic The PGA Tour is moving the Genesis Invitational out of Riviera next month out of respect for the deadly wildfires that have decimated parts of Los Angeles including the Pacific Palisades neighborhood where Riviera is located One option is another golf course that already is part of the West Coast Swing – away from Los Angeles – which would limit the costs and hours required to build out a tournament site with everything from grandstands to corporate hospitality to television structures A 22-year-old American amateur making his debut on the European Tour upstaged Rory McIlroy Jon Rahm and many of the world's top players at the Dubai Desert Classic to take a share of the first-round clubhouse lead on Thursday a senior at the University of North Carolina holed a 40-foot eagle putt at his first hole ran off five straight birdies midway through the round and signed for a 7-under 65 at Emirates Golf Club 6 in the world amateur rankings and playing outside the United States for the first time He earned an exemption for the Dubai Desert Classic one of the most prestigious events on the European Tour as a reward for finishing the fall section of the collegiate golf schedule at No He was tied for the lead with Ricardo Gouveia of Portugal and David Micheluzzi of Australia – and five shots clear of defending champion McIlroy who said he felt “a little uncomfortable” in shooting 70 in his first competitive round of 2025.