To get live golf back on TV for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic, three critical questions needed to be answered.
How to raise money safely?
How to play golf safely?
And how to produce TV safely?
The first question was answered soon after TaylorMade, United HealthGroup and Rory McIlroy’s management team joined forces to create the TaylorMade Driving Relief, a $4 million charity match that will generate funds for COVID-19 relief efforts.
The golf aspect was covered by the local and state outdoor regulations, with the PGA Tour’s Ryan Hart serving as the tournament director.