The four biggest tournaments on the PGA Tour are called major tournaments. These are the most prestigious events in all of professional golf. The Masters, PGA Championship, US Open, and the Open Championship are the four biggest tournaments on the PGA Tour. These tournaments each have a unique legacy and history behind them that make them a pinnacle achievement in golf. Winning any of these tournaments secures your legacy in the golf world.
The Masters:
The Masters is the first major tournament of the golf season. Held at one of the most beautiful and challenging courses in the world, Augusta National in Augusta, Georgia, The Masters is the only major tournament held at the same course year after year. The infographic above emphasizes the exclusivity of the tournament as only the best players in the world get invited to play. Along with the trophy you receive for winning the tournament, the winner receives the iconic green jacket. The jacket is a symbol of membership into one of the most exclusive clubs in golf.
PGA Championship:
The PGA Championship is the second major tournament of the year. This tournament tends to be held on the eastern side of the United States. Dating back to 1916, the PGA Championship is known for having a strong field of golfers. Since it is organized by the Professional Golfers’ Association of America (PGA), the top golfers in the world get invited to participate in this major tournament.
US Open:
The US Open tends to take place in June and is held at a different golf course each year in the United States. First played in 1895, the tournament is known for being played at difficult golf courses that test the golfers ability to perform. The infographic above notes that 156 players participate in the tournament, all looking to be a major tournament winner. The tradition of tough conditions, narrow fairways, high rough, and quick greens, make it a real test for golfers.
Open Championship:
The Open Championship is the fourth and final major tournament of the PGA year and is the oldest of the majors. First played in 1860, the Open Championship is commonly known as The British Open. The tournament is traditionally played on links style courses in the UK. The field of 156 golfers compete to win the Claret Jug, one of the most prestigious trophies in all of golf.
Impact and Prestige:
The infographic highlights the importance of winning one of the four major tournaments because winning one of these tournaments can cement a player’s legacy in the golf world. Major tournament wins are considered to be the defining moment of a golfer’s career. A victory at any of these tournaments can secure a golfer’s place in golf history.
Educational and Promotional Element:
At the bottom of the infographic, there is a promotional message from Keiser University College of Golf. The message encourages young golfers to grow their skills from PGA Professionals at their institution. This call to action by Keiser University connects education with golfers and their goal to play professionally.
Summary:
The infographic captures the importance of the four major tournaments on the PGA Tour, highlighting their characteristics and importance to the golf world. It serves as an educational piece for people who are not familiar with golf and as a promotion for Keiser University golf.
References:
https://collegeofgolf.keiseruniversity.edu/what-are-the-four-pga-major-golf-tournaments/
Max Turndorf 
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