Why is 2017-18 PGA Tour season so long? It's all about the players

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    The PGA Tour released its 2017-18 schedule Tuesday, one that includes 50 tournaments in nine countries, if you count the Ryder Cup. It starts on Oct. 2 of this year, ends unofficially on Sept. 30 of next year and spans a total of 364 days.

    On the 365th day, they rest.

    Sure, there's a six-week break at the end of this year, and with tournaments double-booked on five occasions, it's hardly as if any players will be competing nonstop. But the immensity of the schedule alone is enough to leave players and fans asking a familiar question.

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