The RBC Canadian Open is underway, and as the second round approaches, attention is drawn to renowned golfer Rory McIlroy. The Masters champion is sitting at 1 over par, which places him at risk of missing the cut. If that occurs, McIlroy will focus on preparing for the upcoming U.S. Open.
At the front of the leaderboard after the first round, a strong group features players such as Thorbjørn Olesen, Cristobal Del Solar, and Jake Knapp. Other notable competitors include Shane Lowry and Canadian golfer Taylor Pendrith, who are closely trailing the leaders.
As the second round begins, here is a look at the schedule for today, June 6:
– First tee starts at 6:45 a.m.
– Television coverage will be available from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the Golf Channel.
– For online viewers, ESPN+ and Fubo will also provide streaming options.
Tee times for today are as follows, with all times listed in Eastern:
– 6:45 a.m.: Kevin Kisner, Eric Cole, David Lipsky (1st tee)
– 6:56 a.m.: Charley Hoffman, Danny Willett, Danny Walker (1st tee)
– 7:07 a.m.: Lanto Griffin, Ryan Palmer, Thorbjørn Olesen (1st tee)
– 7:40 a.m.: Robert MacIntyre, Shane Lowry, Corey Conners (10th tee)
– 12:55 p.m.: Rory McIlroy, Ludvig Åberg, Luke Clanton (1st tee)
In addition to the excitement on the course, the weather in Caledon, Ontario, looks promising for golf today, with a high of 74 degrees expected and only a slight chance of evening thunderstorms.
The odds for top contenders reflect the current standings, with Olesen leading at +400, followed by Lowry at +1000, and both MacIntyre and Champ at +1200 and +1400, respectively.
As the tournament progresses, fans will be eager to see how the leaderboard evolves and if McIlroy can secure his place among the competitors. The event is showcasing a blend of established stars and rising talent, promising a thrilling atmosphere throughout the rounds.