The Genesis Invitational, a golf tournament organized by the Tiger Woods Foundation, will move locations this year amid the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, the PGA Tour announced Thursday.

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The Genesis Invitational is far from the only sporting event impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires. The NBA's Lakers and Clippers and NHL's Kings have had games postponed. Monday night's Wild Card Weekend matchup between the LA Rams and Minnesota Vikings was moved to Arizona as well.

Wildfires are still ravaging California and devastating the countryside, including homes and businesses. The fires have also impacted the world of professional sports, with the NFL playoff game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Minnesota Vikings being moved to Arizona to escape.

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Tiger Woods has had to move his annual golf tournament due to the devastating wildfires in California. The Genesis Invitational, which is usually played at The Riviera Country Club, will be played at a different location from February 10-16.