As the PGA Tour season reaches a pivotal moment, players are gearing up for the upcoming US Open with the RBC Canadian Open serving as a crucial opportunity for preparation and confidence building. Scheduled just before the prestigious major, the Canadian Open is the third oldest continuously running tournament on the PGA circuit, following The Open and the US Open.
In an exciting development for 2025, the tournament will take place at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course), where Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre will defend his title. World No. 2 Rory McIlroy, a two-time champion of the Canadian Open, is set to make his first appearance since a less-than-stellar outing at the PGA Championship. Having opted to skip the Memorial Tournament, which raised eyebrows with tournament host Jack Nicklaus, McIlroy aims to utilize the Canadian Open not just as a competitive event but as ideal preparation for the challenges that lie ahead at the US Open.
McIlroy, victorious in 2019 and 2022 at the Canadian Open, will undoubtedly attract significant attention as he looks to regain form and momentum. With a storied history and an impressive field anticipated for the event, the RBC Canadian Open promises to be an exciting prelude to one of golf’s most important tournaments.
Players in the field will be watching closely as the Canadian Open serves as a pivotal stepping stone for their performances in the weeks to come.