# John Daly's Topgolf Deal After Hooters Exit

> John Daly moves from Hooters to Topgolf for Masters week with new merchandise and cocktails.
- Title: John Daly's Topgolf Deal After Hooters Exit | Shortify
- Summary: John Daly moves from Hooters to Topgolf for Masters week with new merchandise and cocktails. John Daly will appear at Topgolf during 2027 and 2028 Masters…
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- Source: EssentiallySports — https://essentiallysports.com/golf-news-john-daly-s-hooters-exit-leads-to-major-topgolf-deal-with-masters-week-return
- Author: Sudeep Sinha
- Published: 2026-10-20T16:31:03+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
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## John Daly's Hooters Tradition
John Daly began a unique Masters week tradition in 1997 by showing up at Hooters on Washington Road each year in April.
## Hooters Bankruptcy Ends Tradition
Hooters of America filed for bankruptcy protection in March 2025, leading to the restaurant location being torn down.
## Topgolf Deal Announced
Topgolf signed John Daly for a multi-year partnership to appear at Masters week locations in 2027 and 2028.
## New Merchandise and Cocktails
Golf fans at Topgolf venues can now enjoy two John Daly signature cocktails and his canned tea-and-lemonade drink.
## Topgolf Leadership Change
David McKillips, appointed CEO of Topgolf International in February 2026, shifted strategy including layoffs and a partnership with Daly.
## Key takeaway

John Daly will appear at Topgolf during 2027 and 2028 Masters week after Hooters bankruptcy ended his tradition.