The Sony Open kicks off the PGA Tour and attracts 144 of the world’s finest pro golfers to Oahu’s exclusive Waialae Country Club every January. Past participants include notable golfers 2005 winner Vijay Singh 2003 and 2004 winner Ernie Pels, and Hawaii’s own Michelle Wie and Tadd Fujikawa. The Sony Open is the largest charity golf event in Hawaii and has raised over $15-million for local profits since 1999.