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As changes continue across the PGA Tour, players could have several avenues available through the Korn Ferry Tour, the Championship Series and the Challenger Series. Although fewer cards may go to the Championship Series, players from both the Korn Ferry Tour and PGA Tour could earn places in the new structure.

The Challenger Series is also expected to offer a strong living, with purses potentially ranging from $4 million to $8 million or higher. While it may not be a player’s ultimate destination, it represents another valuable opportunity.

Jay said he views the changes as a positive. After serving on the Korn Ferry Tour’s player PAC and sitting on a subcommittee with Ricky, JT and others, he had opportunities to discuss the PGA Tour’s future.

In his view, the PGA Tour already operates like two tours because access to signature events and majors can be difficult for players competing in the fall series. That makes winning especially important because it provides immediate entry into those events. Jay’s goal is to reach the PGA Tour through Q School in a month, but he is also excited about the Korn Ferry Tour pathway, where a top-50 finish would essentially provide a PGA Tour card for the following year.