TGL playoffs: What to watch in the championship matchup
Why it matters: Underdog Jupiter Links GC, once a league laughingstock, seeks to complete a Cinderella run against resilient LA Golf Club.
- Jupiter Links GC, the No. 4 seed, pulled off a major upset by defeating No. 1 seed Boston Common Golf 9-5, eliminating reigning Masters champion Rory McIlroy.
- Los Angeles Golf Club, the No. 2 seed, showcased their team quality and trust by overcoming a 4-1 deficit to beat defending champion Atlanta Drive Golf Club 6-4, as highlighted by star Justin Rose.
- Jupiter Links GC has historically struggled, finishing 1-4 in the 2025 season, but has since become a dominant force in singles matches and putting, winning a league-high 16 points in singles.
- LA Golf Club previously defeated Jupiter Links 8-4 in their regular-season matchup, demonstrating their strength in triples and longer drives with a 317.9-yard average off the tee.
- Tiger Woods playfully nicknamed Jupiter Links GC the "Bad News Bears" due to their past blunders, but now acknowledges their improved play, setting up a compelling narrative for the championship.
The TGL SoFi Cup championship pits the underdog No. 4 seed Jupiter Links GC against the No. 2 seed Los Angeles Golf Club in a best-of-three final, promising high drama after both teams delivered stunning semifinal upsets. Jupiter Links, once dubbed the "Bad News Bears" by Tiger Woods for their dismal inaugural season, has transformed into a formidable contender, while LA Golf Club demonstrated remarkable resilience by rallying from a significant deficit in their semifinal match.
