Cologuard Classic Round 1

Date
Fri 20th March 2026 (UTC)
Fri 20th March 2026 (Local)

Timestamp
2026-03-20T16:20:00

Time

16:20:00 UTC (09:20:00 Local)

Poster

Your Rating (Click a star below)

Star off icon

Total Rating
(0 users)

Thumb

Square Poster

League
PGA Tour Champions

Season
2026

Round
4

Status
Match Finished

Location
La Poloma Country Club

Video Highlights

Event Statistics

Description

The PGA TOUR Champions travels to the desert for the Cologuard Classic, hosted at the La Paloma Country Club in Tucson, Arizona. This week, the field of 78 legends competes for a $2.2 million purse on a Jack Nicklaus Signature course known for its dramatic elevation changes and challenging desert carries. The primary objective for the players is to navigate the firm, fast conditions of the Santa Catalina Mountains while adjusting to the thinner desert air, which can significantly impact distance control.

A major focus of the opening round is defending champion Steven Alker, who looks to become the first repeat winner in the tournament's history. The primary challenge for the veterans involves the strategic bunkering and undulating greens of the Ridge and Canyon nines. For marquee names like Ernie Els, Bernhard Langer, and Pádraig Harrington, the goal is to capitalize on the morning's calmer winds to post an aggressive opening score and gain early momentum in the Charles Schwab Cup standings.

Reports

Result List

Result Description

Bo Van Pelt seized a commanding lead in the opening round, carding a stunning 9-under par 62. Van Pelt’s round was nearly flawless, highlighted by eight birdies and a spectacular eagle on the par-five 11th. Despite a lone bogey, his aggressive approach and hot putter allowed him to establish a two-stroke cushion over his nearest pursuers. His 62 marks one of the lowest opening rounds in the tournament’s history, setting a blistering pace for the field.

The chasing pack is led by Thongchai Jaidee and Retief Goosen, who share second place at 7-under par. Both players navigated the desert layout without a bogey, with Goosen in particular finding rhythm on the greens late in the afternoon. Darren Clarke and Tommy Gainey remain in close contention at 6-under par, while Pádraig Harrington sits four shots back following a steady 66. The day was marked by high scoring across the board, though several stars, including Bernhard Langer, find themselves with work to do after middle-of-the-pack starts.

Collections
None found...

Popular Tweets

Fanart
No Fanart thumb