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‘It’s Not Easy Being A Tour Player’ – Pros Reflect On Crucial Week At Genesis Championship

There was relief, disappointment and emotion at the Genesis Championship as players battled to secure their DP World Tour playing privileges for 2027…

By Mike Hall · Golf Monthly

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 7:02 PM

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Golfers battled to finish inside the top 100 of the Race to Dubai rankings at the Genesis Championship.
Yuto Katsuragawa won the tournament to jump from 106th to 28th in the rankings.
Sean Crocker shot a final-round back-nine 29 to secure the critical 100th spot in the standings.

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Players reflected on emotional battles to secure their DP World Tour playing privileges for 2027 at the Genesis Championship in South Korea. Golfers needed to finish inside the top 100 of the Race to Dubai rankings, with tournament winner Yuto Katsuragawa rising from 106th to 28th to secure his card and a playoff berth.

American Sean Crocker produced a remarkable back-nine 29 to finish tied for 34th and grab the 100th spot in the rankings. David Law and Matteo Manassero also retained full tour privileges, while Eddie Pepperell finished just outside the top 100.

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‘It’s Not Easy Being A Tour Player’ – Pros Reflect On Crucial Week At Genesis Championship

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