Olympics closer to adding mixed-team event in golf for Los Angeles in 2028 https://t.co/I8zDFkiCQy
— Scott Fife (@Scott_Fife) March 20, 2024
The golfing world is excited as the Olympics prepare to introduce a groundbreaking mixed-team event for the Los Angeles 2028 Games. Following the acclaim of the Grant Thornton Invitational among PGA Tour and LPGA Tour players, this historic addition is set to bring a new level of excitement to golf on a global scale.
While the format for the Summer Olympics in Paris remains unchanged, with 72-hole competitions for both men and women, officials are finishing the highly anticipated team competition at Riviera in Los Angeles.
Rumours suggest that an official announcement could coincide with the Masters, signalling the imminent arrival of this game-changing event. Details surrounding the number of participating teams and the competition format are still under wraps, adding to the anticipation surrounding the unveiling.
Proposals for the 2028 event include a modified schedule, potentially starting the men’s competition on Wednesday instead of Thursday, with a Sunday-Monday slot reserved for the team event. Meanwhile, the women would kick off with a practice round on Tuesday, commencing their competition on Wednesday.
The International Olympic Committee’s reluctance to award multiple medals from a single competition has prompted golf officials to advocate for a separate mixed-team event. Discussions are underway to determine the eligibility criteria for participating countries, with one proposal suggesting 36 holes of four balls to decide the team medalists.
Advocates of singles matches alongside the team format argue that it could add an intriguing dynamic, citing the success of a similar format at the Summer Youth Olympics in 2014. With only two additional days required for players, the prospect of competing in this groundbreaking event is highly enticing.
As excitement builds within the golfing community, players and fans eagerly anticipate the official announcement. The potential for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics to host a thrilling mixed-team event promises to highlight the finest talent in the sport, leaving a lasting impact on its storied history.
Stay tuned for further updates as golf prepares to make its mark on the Olympic stage like never before.
