MVP Open: Updated Weekend Competition Plan

Following Saturday’s weather suspension and the decision to shorten the 2026 MVP Open x OTB to three rounds, the DGPT has finalized a plan designed to provide the best possible opportunity to complete the final round while accounting for the continued threat of severe weather and limited daylight.

This plan is the result of continuous and ongoing review and discussion with the DGPT Operations and Health & Safety teams, the Maple Hill team, and the DGPT Player Council. That process has included ongoing consultation with the National Weather Service and the DGPT meteorology team at Perry Weather, as the Tour evaluates both the latest forecast and the conditions observed at Maple Hill.

There is also an important competitive consideration for the remainder of this event. The MVP Open x OTB has a direct impact on Powerball Cup qualification, and there is a strong shared preference among the DGPT and players to avoid a cut to the field if at all possible. The current plan is therefore designed to avoid a cut, allowing the full field to compete for the points and Powerball Cup qualification implications associated with the final round. A cut could still become necessary depending on how weather affects competition on Sunday and the amount of time available to complete the tournament. If that becomes necessary, the DGPT will communicate the specific details based on the circumstances at that time.

Sunday Weather Forecast

The current forecast is presenting two important considerations for Sunday:

• Wind conditions are expected to improve compared to Saturday, particularly beginning around midday.
• Rain is expected to increase throughout the day.

With those conditions in mind, the DGPT will begin competition as early as possible and has established predetermined thresholds for shortening the competition layout if weather delays push the start later into the day.

Sunday Competition Plan

The DGPT will attempt to complete 18 holes on Sunday. However, if weather delays prevent an early enough start, the Tour has two shortened layouts prepared in order to maximize the opportunity to complete the round.

The times listed above are projected and represent a best-case scenario. Times will be adjusted as needed based on updated weather projections. Moving from a normal start to either of the shortened layouts will be a game-time decision, and updates will be communicated as soon as possible. 

Shortened Layout Details

• 13 Hole Layout: 1, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18 

• 9 Hole Layout: 1, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, and 18

The 9-hole layout scenario leaves a very limited window to complete competition before darkness. With the projected schedule, the round would conclude around 6:40 PM ET, with daylight expected to end at approximately 6:57 PM ET.

The DGPT will continue to monitor weather and course conditions throughout the day and will communicate any changes to the competition schedule as soon as they are available. The Tour also reserves the right to move to any of the above-outlined plans, or other plans if needed. 

When Will Competition Move to Monday?

The DGPT has pre-authorized a return to Maple Hill on Monday if necessary to complete the tournament. Monday competition will be used if any of the following situations occur:

1. The final round begins on Sunday but cannot be completed.
2. There is a tie for first place that must be resolved to determine the tournament winner.
3. There are ties for Powerball Cup qualification positions that must be resolved.
4. Competition cannot begin at all on Sunday.

This will be the first time the DGPT has used the PDGA’s 2026 provision allowing limited Monday competition following a severe-weather disruption at an Elite Series event. This is Competition Manual 4.10 Extension of Competition, which allows for a limited number of players to return on Monday if necessary. 

If Monday competition is needed, the number of players who would return will depend on the circumstances on Sunday and how much of the final round is completed. The DGPT will provide additional information about Monday competition if that scenario becomes necessary.

The priority is to complete as much competition as possible on Sunday while maintaining safe conditions for players, spectators, volunteers, vendors, and staff.

Where to Find Updates

Up to date information will be posted on www.dgpt.com/event-updates throughout the day.

Spectator Ticket Make-Goods

All Saturday spectator passes are now valid for Sunday’s competition. If competition cannot be completed on Sunday and play extends to Monday, all weekend passes will also be valid for Monday’s competition.

The DGPT recognizes that Saturday’s weather suspension has affected the experience of fans who purchased tickets for the MVP Open. Following the conclusion of the event, the DGPT will provide additional information regarding make-good options for single-day and multi-day ticket holders. Additional details, including the process for claiming these make-goods, will be communicated after the event once the final competition schedule and outcomes are known.

For now, the most important information for spectators is simple: Saturday tickets are valid for Sunday, and if competition extends to Monday, weekend passes will also be valid for Monday.

The DGPT will continue to monitor the weather closely and provide updates through official DGPT channels as conditions develop.