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2026 Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches Fantasy and Betting Preview: Key Stats, Course Breakdown, Tournament Trends, TV Times, and More

2026 Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches betting and fantasy golf preview with key stats, PGA National Resort (The Champion) course breakdown, field analysis, and TV times for this week’s PGA Tour event.

The PGA TOUR heads to Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, this week for the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches, marking the start of the Florida Swing. Each of the next four events will take place in the Sunshine State.

The Cognizant Classic features a 123-player field with a cut after 36 holes, unlike the past two tournaments, which were Signature Events. While the field is not as strong as those previous stops, it creates plenty of opportunity on the betting side, especially if the longshot trend continues. Two of the last four winners here opened at pre-tournament odds of 100 to 1 or longer, proving this event can reward bettors willing to take a shot down the board.

For those who have followed my work in the past, you know my betting picks are usually included within this article. This year will be a little different, as my official plays will be part of our RotoBaller PGA Premium offerings. To get access to my top plays throughout the 2026 season, check out our awesome options now. If you are new here, the purpose of this preview is to provide a complete breakdown of everything you need to know about this week’s event. From course details and key statistics to historical trends and field insights, this article is designed to serve as a guide or at least a strong starting point as you build your betting card or DFS lineups. With plenty of opportunity on the board, let’s dive into the 2026 Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches and get you fully prepared for the seventh week of the PGA Tour season.

 

Tournament Information

  • Dates: February 26th – March 1st, 2026
  • Location: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States
  • Course: PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
  • Course Type: Florida
  • Par:  71 (4x 3’s / 11x 4’s / 3x 5’s)
  • Length: 7,223 yards
  • Format: 72-hole stroke play
  • Greens: TifEagle bermudagrass .110”
  • Fairways: Perennial ryegrass overseed .350”
  • Rough: Perennial ryegrass overseed 3” (up from 2.5” last year)
  • Bunkers: 60
  • Water Hazard(s): - (In-Play on 15 Holes)
  • Average Green Size: 7,000 sq. ft.
  • Stimpmeter: 12.0 ft.
  •  Purse/ Winner: $9,600,000 /$1,728,000
  • FedEx Cup Points: 500
  • Field: 123 Players
  • Cut: Top 65 and Ties - 36 Holes
  • Playoff Format: Sudden Death – 18, 17, 17 repeated
  • Course Scoring Average:
    • 2025: 69.26 (-1.74), Rank 36 of 50
    • 2024: 70.10 (-0.90), Rank 20 of 51
    • 2023: 70.36 (+0.36), Rank 13 of 49
  • Historic Cut Line:
    • 2025: -5
    • 2024: -2
    • 2023: +1

 

Course Information

Course Architect:

  • Course Architect: Tom and George Fazio (1981)
  • Renovations: Jack Nicklaus (2002, 2014 (redesign), 2018)

Comparable Courses:

  • Bay Hill Club & Lodge – Arnold Palmer Invitational – RESULTS
    • Florida Course, Bermudagrass Greens, Water in play on the majority of holes, Approach play is key
  • Waialae Country Club – Sony Open – RESULTS
    • Wind Exposed, Bermudagrass Greens, Approach play is key, Leadboard cross over
  • Concession Golf Club – 2021 WGC-Workday Championship – RESULTS
    • Florida Course, Nicklaus Designed, Bermudagrass Greens, Water in play on the majority of holes, Approach play is key

Comparable Location (Palm Beach Gardens, Florida):

  • Bay Hill Club & Lodge – Orlando, Florida – Arnold Palmer Invitational
  • TPC Sawgrass – Ponte Verda Beach, Florida – THE PLAYERS Championship
  • Innisbrook Resort – Palm Harbor, Florida – Valspar Championship

Designer Link (Tom and George Fazio Design):

  • Corales Golf Course – Tom Fazio Design (2010) – Corales Puntacana Championship

Designer Link (Jack Nicklaus Renovation):

  • Muirfield Village Golf Club – Jack Nicklaus Renovation (2020) – the Memorial Tournament

Comparable Yardage (7,223 Yards):

  • PGA West (Pete Dye Stadium Course) – 7,210 Yards – The American Express
  • Harbour Town Golf Links – 7,213 Yards – RBC Heritage

Comparable Greens (TifEagle bermudagrass .110”):

  • Kapalua (Plantation) – TifEagle bermudagrass .110” – The Sentry
  • Bay Hill Club & Lodge – TifEagle bermudagrass .110” – Arnold Palmer Invitational
  • East Lake Golf Club – TifEagle bermudagrass .115” – TOUR Championship
  • Port Royal Golf Course – TifEagle Bermudagrass .125″ – Butterfield Bermuda Championship
  • Sea Island Golf Club – TifEagle bermudagrass – RSM Classic

Comparable Average Green Size (7,000 sq. ft.):

  • PGA West (Pete Dye Stadium Course) – 7,000 sq. ft. – The American Express
  • Memorial Park Golf Course – 7,000 sq. ft. – Texas Children's Houston Open
  • The Renaissance Club – 7,000 sq. ft. – Genesis Scottish Open
  • Black Desert Resort – 7,000 sq. ft. – Bank of Utah Championship

 

TV Information (all times ET)

  • Round 1: Thursday, February 26th, 2026
    • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 6:45 AM – 2:00 PM
    • Golf Channel – 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Round 2: Friday, February 27th, 2026
    • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 6:45 AM – 2:00 PM
    • Golf Channel – 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Round 3: Saturday, February 28th, 2026
    • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 7:45 AM – 1:00 PM
    • Golf Channel – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    • NBC – 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Round 4: Sunday, March 1st, 2026
    • ESPN + (PGA TOUR Live) – 7:45 AM – 1:00 PM
    • Golf Channel – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    • NBC – 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

 

Course/Tournament History

The Florida Swing begins with the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches, an event that dates back to 1972 when it debuted as the Jackie Gleason Inverrary Classic. The tournament was co-sponsored by National Airlines through 1981 before American Motors Corporation assumed title sponsorship. In 1982, Honda became the title sponsor and remained attached to the event for more than four decades. That run ended in 2023 when Cognizant, a global IT services company, took over, ushering in the current name, the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches.

Since 2007, the tournament has been permanently hosted at PGA National Resort, which features six courses. The Champion Course serves as the tournament venue. Originally designed by Tom Fazio and George Fazio in 1981, the layout has undergone several renovations led by Jack Nicklaus and his design team.

Significant updates were completed in 2014, including modifications to the par 4 14th hole and expansions to the greens on holes 1, 9, 15, and 17. In 2019, palmetto palms were removed from the ninth hole to create clearer approach angles. Additional adjustments followed in 2022, with bunkers removed from holes 13 and 16 and reductions made to the bunkering on 17 and 18.

Following the 2023 tournament, the course par was increased from 70 to 71 after the 10th hole was converted from a par 4 to a par 5. In May 2023, fairway lines were expanded to mirror the 2012 and 2013 grassing patterns, adding approximately one acre of fairway.

Last year, the course implemented its first overseeding of fairways and tees since 2014. In prior years, only the rough had been overseeded. The underlying turf throughout the property remains Bermudagrass. Additionally, fairway lines were narrowed in July 2024, reducing roughly four acres of fairway and approach turf.

Ahead of this year's tournament, the second tee was stretched by 20 yards, and a new tee was added on the 18th hole, extending it by 30 yards.

Previous Tournament Venues:

Duration Course Location
2007-Present PGA National Resort and Spa
(Champion Course)
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
2003–2006 Country Club at Mirasol Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
1997–2002 TPC at Heron Bay Coral Springs, Florida
1996 TPC Eagle Trace Coral Springs, Florida
1992–1995 Weston Hills Golf and C.C. Weston, Florida
1984–1991 TPC Eagle Trace Coral Springs, Florida
1972–1975, 1977-1983 Inverrary Country Club (East Course) Lauderhill, Florida

Previous Tournament Names:

Duration Tournament Name
2024-Present Cognizant Classic
2002-2023 The Honda Classic
1984-2001 Honda Classic
1982-1983 Honda Inverrary Classic
1981 American Motors Inverrary Classic
1974-1975, 1977-1980 Jackie Gleason-Inverrary Classic
1973 Jackie Gleason Inverrary-National Airlines Classic
1972 Jackie Gleason’s Inverrary Classic

Tournament Records:

  • 72-Hole Record (Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches):
    • 264, Justin Leonard (2003 at Mirasol)
  • 18-Hole Record (Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches):
    • 59, Jake Knapp (first round, 2025)
  • Largest Margin of Victory (Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches):
    • 5 Strokes – Jack Nicklaus (1978), Camilo Villegas (2010), Matt Jones (2021)
  • Most Wins at Event:
    • 2 – Pádraig Harrington (2005,2015), Mark Calcavecchia (1987,1998), Johnny Miller (1980, 1983), Jack Nicklaus (1977, 1978)

Course Records:

  • 18-Hole Record (PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)):
    •  265, Joe Highsmith (2025)
  • 18-Hole Record (PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)):
    • 59, Jake Knapp (first round, 2025)

 

Course Guide/ Scorecard

PGA National consistently ranks as one of the most demanding tests on the PGA TOUR. While it does not overwhelm players with length, it more than makes up for that with precision demands and penalty areas that punish even slight mistakes.

The course’s primary defense is water. Hazards come into play on 15 of the 18 holes, creating constant pressure from the opening tee shot to the final putt. Even though the layout is relatively short by modern standards, the presence of water often forces players to club down off the tee or lay back on approach shots to avoid disaster. It is a strategic test more than a power test.

Wind is another major factor. With the course exposed and typical Florida gusts in play, club selection becomes critical, especially on approach shots. Crosswinds and swirling breezes can quickly turn a comfortable mid-iron into a guessing game, and misjudgments are often penalized immediately.

The closing stretch, famously known as the Bear Trap, will once again command attention this week. Holes 15, 16, and 17 form one of the most difficult three-hole stretches on TOUR.

Notable Par 3s

The four par 3’s range from 175 to 226 yards. In 2025, No. 17 was the only par 3 to have a scoring average under par.

Hole 15 | Par 3 | 179 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 3.149 (Difficulty Rank 2)

This is the start of the ‘Bear Trap,’ and while it’s not the longest of the Par 3’s on the course, it is the toughest, playing 0.149 strokes over par last year. Players will try to hit an iron into a diagonal green that slopes towards the water on the right. A bunker protects the back of the green, which has proven to be a challenge in the past, given the limited landing area.

 

Notable Par 4s

There are 11 par 4s on The Champion Course at PGA National, with the majority of those holes ranging between 400 and 450 yards. In terms of scoring average, the toughest par 4 on the course last year was No. 6. Hole No. 2 has been stretched to 484 yards this year, up 20 yards from the last edition.

Hole 6 | Par 4 | 479 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.259 (Difficulty Rank 1)

This is a long par-4 playing 479 yards that is normally a par-5 for members. Last year, this was the toughest par-4 on the course, playing 0.259 strokes over par. Off the tee, it’s extremely narrow with water to the left and fairway bunkers on the right. From there, players will try to hit a shot into a small green that, you guessed it, is surrounded by more water and bunkers. The green is a three-tiered green, which can leave some difficult putts depending on the pin location for the day.

Hole 16 | Par 4 | 479 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.083 (Difficulty Rank 6)

Off the tee, players must carry water that runs down the right side while avoiding bunkers positioned along the left. The landing area feels tight, especially with the wind often swirling through this exposed stretch. Players are typically left with a mid to long iron into a small, firm green that sits dangerously close to the water. The putting surface offers little margin for error, and anything slightly offline can find the hazard or leave a difficult recovery. Wind plays a major role in club selection, and misjudging it has unraveled many scorecards over the years.

 

Notable Par 5s

There are three par 5s on the course: No. 3, No. 10, and No. 18. All of these holes had a scoring average under par in 2025. Hole No. 3 was the easiest hole on the course last year, with a scoring average of 0.606 below par.

Hole 18 | Par 5 | 592 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.491 (Difficulty Rank 16)

It’s a double dogleg par 5 that first goes left and then right. Off the tee, players will have water and bunkers along both sides. From there, it gets a little more difficult as they have to weigh the risk vs reward for their second shot. The green is nestled between numerous bunkers and water, which can come into play if they flair one out left.

Featured/ Signature Hole(s): 15-17 (Bear Trap)

 

Key Statistics

As the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches returns to PGA National Resort (The Champion Course), understanding how this course compares to PGA Tour averages can help identify which players are best suited for success. Here’s how PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) stacks up statistically:

Statistics PGA Tour Average PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
Driving Distance (Yards) 291.9 281.4
Driving Accuracy 60.5% 60.0%
GIR Percentage 66.1% 65.9%
Avg GIR Prox to Hole (Feet) 37.2 36.4
Scrambling Percentage 58.9% 56.3%
3 Putt Avoidance Percentage 2.83% 2.75%

Strokes Gained: Off the Tee

  • The Champion Course demands accuracy and intelligent placement. Water hazards come into play on 15 holes, including the infamous Bear Trap stretch. Players who consistently find fairways and avoid penalty areas will gain a significant edge. This is a course where discipline off the tee outweighs aggression.

Strokes Gained: Approach

  • Approach play is critical at PGA National. The greens are Bermudagrass and are well protected by water and bunkers. Many approach shots fall in the 150 to 200 yard range, putting emphasis on strong mid to long iron play. Players who consistently hit quality approaches and control distance will generate the limited birdie opportunities this course allows.

Strokes Gained: Around the Green

  • Greens in Regulation percentages are typically below TOUR average at PGA National. With shaved runoff areas and water lurking, scrambling becomes a necessity. Players who can get up and down consistently will separate themselves on a layout that punishes missed greens.

Strokes Gained: Putting (Bermuda)

  • The greens at PGA National are Bermudagrass and can become firm and grainy, especially in windy afternoon conditions. Comfort putting on Southeastern Bermuda surfaces is a major advantage.

Strokes Gained: Total (High Water Danger)

  • With water hazards in play on most holes, this becomes one of the most penal venues on TOUR. Players who excel in difficult scoring environments and avoid penalty strokes tend to rise to the top.

Par 4 Scoring: 400-450 Yards

  • The majority of par 4s at PGA National fall between 400 and 450 yards. These holes demand precise driving followed by sharp mid-iron approaches into sloped greens. Strong par 4 scoring in this range is one of the clearest statistical indicators of success at the Cognizant Classic.

Par 5 Scoring: 550-600 Yards

  • Two of the three par 5s measure between 550 and 600 yards. They are reachable for longer hitters but still demand thoughtful decision-making due to water hazards. Players who capitalize on these limited scoring chances gain valuable ground in a tournament that historically plays difficult.

Birdie or Better Percentage

  • Scoring has shifted slightly in recent years. The winning scores were 19 under in 2025 and 17 under in 2024, compared to 14 under, 10 under, 12 under, and six under in previous editions. While still demanding, recent setups have allowed slightly more scoring.

Bogey Avoidance

  • PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) is not a birdie fest. With thick, rough, penal bunkering and demanding green complexes, mistakes can quickly compound. Players who limit bogeys and avoid big numbers, particularly on the difficult closing stretch, tend to rise up the leaderboard.

Proximity Gained: 150-200 Yards

  • A high percentage of approach shots come from 150 to 200 yards. Players who excel from this range can create more birdie looks and avoid the big numbers that lurk around PGA National.

Comparable Courses and Event History

  • Course history at PGA National carries weight. No player making their tournament debut has won here since 2008. The layout rewards accuracy, strong iron play, patience, and comfort in windy Florida conditions. Players who perform well at other demanding, water-heavy Florida venues often translate that form successfully to the Cognizant Classic.

 

The Field

The 2026 Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches features a full field of 123 players, though many of the world’s top-ranked golfers are not teeing it up this week. The field is headlined by Ryan Gerard (World No. 26), Shane Lowry (World No. 31), and Aaron Rai (World No. 32). The past three champions are also returning, including Joe Highsmith (2025), Austin Eckroat (2024), and Chris Kirk (2023).

Basis of qualification for each entrant this week:

  • Tournament Winner in the Past Two Seasons.
  • Winner - PGA/U.S. Open Championship.
  • Leading 10 players (not otherwise exempt) on DP World Tour
  • Top 70 on Prior Year's FedExCup Points List
  • Top 100 on prior season FedExCup Fall Points List
  • Top 20 Prior Season Korn Ferry Tour Points List
  • Top 5 from PGA TOUR Q-School
  • 111-125 prior season FedExCup Fall Points List
  • PGA TOUR University
  • PGA Section Champion\Player of the Year.
  • Sponsors Exemptions – Unrestricted.
  • Career Money Exemption.
  • Major Medical Extension.
  • Top 100 (Medical)
  • Top Finishers from Korn Ferry Tour Medical.
  • Open Qualifying.

Previous Winners in the Field (Event):

  • Joe Highsmith – 2025
  • Austin Eckroat– 2024
  • Chris Kirk – 2023
  • Keith Mitchell – 2019
  • Adam Scott – 2016
  • Camilo Villegas – 2010
  • Matt Kuchar – 2002

Debutants in the Field:

  • A.J. Ewart, Adrien Saddier, Blades Brown, Chandler Blanchet, Christo Lamprecht, Daniel Brown, Danny Walker, David Ford, Davis Chatfield, Gordon Sargent, Hayden Springer, Jeffrey Kang, John Parry, John VanDerLaan, Johnny Keefer, Jordan L Smith, Keita Nakajima, Kensei Hirata, Kristoffer Reitan, Li Haotong, Michael Brennan, Neal Shipley, Pontus Nyholm, Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, Sudarshan Yellamaraju, Takumi Kanaya, Will Zalatoris, Zachary Bauchou

Exemptions:

  • Blades Brown: Sponsors Exemptions - Unrestricted
  • Adam Hadwin: Sponsors Exemptions - Unrestricted
  • Harry Higgs: Sponsors Exemptions - Unrestricted
  • Camilo Villegas: Sponsors Exemptions - Unrestricted

Notable Withdraws/ Changes:

  • Daniel Berger IN
  • Michael Kim WD
  • Taylor Pendrith WD / Sam Ryder IN
  • Adam Hadwin IN (sponsor exemption)
  • Ben Griffin WD / Jackson Suber IN
  • Jacob Bridgeman WD / Lanto Griffin IN
  • Patrick Rodgers WD / Brandt Snedeker IN
  • Harry Higgs IN (sponsor exemption)
  • Frankie Capan III IN
  • Carson Young IN

 

The Odds

Here’s a breakdown of the top players in the field for this year’s Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches at PGA National Resort (The Champion Course), ranked by current betting odds (via DraftKings). The table below details each player’s five most recent finishes on the PGA Tour and their last result at the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches. My top plays of the week are included in the TeeOffSports VIP+ PGA Premium package.

Golfer Odds Last 5 Finishes on the PGA TOUR/ DPWT*
(Recent -> Past)
Last 5 Finishes at the Cognizant Classic
(Recent -> Past)
Shane Lowry +1950 T24-T8-T26*-T3*-T11* T11-T4-T5-2-T36
Ryan Gerard +1950 T28-T45-T11-T2-2 T25-T4
Rasmus Hojgaard +2200 T24-T30-T44-7*-T23* MC
Nicolai Hojgaard +2400 T3-T22-T4*-T52*-T11* T18-MC
Michael Thorbjornsen +2600 T78-T3-T18-MC-T7 T39
Keith Mitchell +2600 T52-T41-T11-T44-T66 T42-T9-T9-T53-MC
Brooks Koepka +2800 MC-T56-T15*-4*-MC* T16-MC-T2-MC-T26
Daniel Berger +3300 MC-T75-T16-T56-T6 T25-MC-4-T4-T36
Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen +3400 T41-T49-T45*-19*-WON* -
Davis Thompson +3400 T64-T43-MC-T25-MC MC-T47

 

Recent Horses for Courses

Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic
PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
Golfer 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021
Shane Lowry T11 T4 T5 2 T36
Chris Kirk T56 T28 WON T7 T25
Sam Ryder T48 T21 - T9 T8
Billy Horschel T25 T9 T42 T16 -
Beau Hossler T32 T28 - T16 T60
Keith Mitchell T42 T9 - T9 T53
Ryan Gerard T25 - 4 - -
Chan Kim T32 T28 - - -

 

Recent Donkeys for Courses

Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic
PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
Golfer 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021
Hank Lebioda - - MC MC MC
Patton Kizzire MC MC - - MC
Harry Higgs MC - MC MC T19
Brandt Snedeker MC MC - - -
Thorbjorn Olesen MC MC - - -
Rafael Campos MC - - - MC
Justin Lower MC MC - T64 -
Matt Kuchar T56 MC MC - -

 

Previous Winners' Scores, Prices, and Strokes Gained (Rank at Tournament)

  • 2025: Joe Highsmith (-19)
    • Price:  125-1
SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
11th 9th 23rd 28th 7th
  • 2024: Austin Eckroat (-23)
    • Price: 50-1
SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
4th 2nd 5th 45th 15th
  • 2023: Chris Kirk (-14)
    • Price: 25-1
SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
15th 5th 8th 37th 9th
  • 2022: Sepp Straka (-10)
    • Price: 125-1
SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
1st 4th 20th 31st 4th
  • 2021: Matt Jones (-12)
    • Price: 80-1
SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
10th 4th 7th 2nd 25th

 

Previous Winners Incoming Form (Last 5 Starts)

  • 2025: Joe Highsmith
    • T17 – Mexico Open (PGA)
    • MC – WM Phoenix Open (PGA)
    • MC – Farmers Insurance Open (PGA)
    • T66 – The American Express (PGA)
    • MC – Sony Open in Hawaii (PGA)
  • 2024: Austin Eckroat
    • T38 – Mexico Open (PGA)
    • MC – WM Phoenix Open (PGA)
    • T37 – Farmers Insurance Open (PGA)
    • T25 – The American Express (PGA)
    • T42 – Sony Open in Hawaii (PGA)
  • 2023: Chris Kirk
    • MC – WM Phoenix Open (PGA)
    • T3 – The American Express (PGA)
    • 3 – Sony Open in Hawaii (PGA)
    • MC – The RSM Classic (PGA)
    • T64 – World Wide Technology Championship (PGA)
  • 2022: Sepp Straka
    • T15 – The Genesis Invitational (PGA)
    • 66 – WM Phoenix Open (PGA)
    • T16 – Farmers Insurance Open (PGA)
    • T49 – The American Express (PGA)
    • T42 – Sony Open in Hawaii (PGA)
  • 2021: Matt Jones
    • T55 – THE PLAYERS Championship (PGA)
    • MC – Arnold Palmer Invitational (PGA)
    • T8 – The Genesis Invitational (PGA)
    • T34 – AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am (PGA)
    • T30 – Waste Management Phoenix Open (PGA)

 

Previous Winners' Finishes at Event

2025: Joe Highsmith

Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches
PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
2024
MC

2024: Austin Eckroat

The Honda Classic
PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
2023
MC

2023: Chris Kirk

The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic
PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011
T7 T25 MC MC T33 MC MC T12 T51 T56 T29

2022: Sepp Straka

The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic
PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
2021 2020 2019
T33 T27 MC

2021: Matt Jones

The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic The Honda Classic
PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) PGA National Resort (The Champion Course)
2020 2019 2016 2014 2013 2010 2008
T47 T36 MC MC T18 T40 T4

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Exits Grapefruit League Game With Hamstring Tightness
Trevor Megill

had Offseason PRP Injections
Merrill Kelly

is Awaiting MRI Results
José Berríos

Jose Berrios Feels Fully Healthy Now
CFB

Gunner Rivers Follows His Father, Commits To North Carolina State
Anfernee Simons

Ruled Out Tuesday
Pascal Siakam

Doubtful for Tuesday
Los Angeles Chargers

Bradley Bozeman Announces his Retirement
Joel Embiid

Questionable Vs. Pacers
Jaylen Brown

Considered Questionable for Tuesday
Ty Jerome

Unlikely to Play Monday
Cooper Flagg

Set to Miss Tuesday's Matchup With Nets
Devin Carter

Downgraded to Out Vs. Grizzlies
Scottie Barnes

Set to Face Thunder
Will Zalatoris

Set to Make Tournament Debut at Cognizant Classic
Jakob Poeltl

Out Tuesday Against Thunder
Ziaire Williams

Slated to Suit Up Tuesday
Dejounte Murray

Set to Debut Tuesday
Linus Ullmark

Available for Senators
Dillon Brooks

Set to Miss 4-6 Weeks
Jusuf Nurkić

Jusuf Nurkic to Undergo Season-Ending Nose Surgery
Rasmus Hojgaard

Trending Up at the Cognizant Classic
Ryan Reaves

Sharks Activate Ryan Reaves From Injured Reserve
Charlie Lindgren

Activated From Injured Reserve Monday
Josh Norris

Cleared to Return Wednesday
Max McGreevy

Will Need to Improve on the Greens to Compete
Rico Hoey

Returns to Cognizant Classic
Austin Eckroat

Looks to Bounce Back at Cognizant Classic
Aaron Rai

Bounces Back After Rough Start to 2026 Season
Shane Lowry

Continues Playing Well Heading to Cognizant Classic
Max Homa

Has Opportunity to Continue Building Momentum at the Cognizant Classic
Ryan Gerard

Strong Approach Play Behind his Hot Start in 2026
Luke Clanton

Making Fourth Start of 2026 at Cognizant Classic
Kevin Lankinen

Unlikely to Play Wednesday
Josh Morrissey

to Miss Start of Road Trip
Mikko Rantanen

Expected to Miss Time
Jared Jones

Aiming to be Ready in Late May
Matt Brash

Not Feeling Great After Tooth Removal
Tarik Skubal

to Make One Start in World Baseball Classic
Blake Snell

Opening Day Not a Target for Blake Snell
Hagen Smith

to Face Hitters on Tuesday
Brandon Woodruff

Opening Day "Up in the Air" for Brandon Woodruff
Dairon Blanco

Avoids Full Concussion
Andrew Putnam

Looks to Jumpstart His Season at Cognizant Classic
Adam Scott

Looks For Continued Success at PGA National
Anthony Hernandez

Suffers Third-Round TKO Loss
Sean Strickland

Gets Back In The Win Column
Kyle Pitts Sr.

Falcons Planning to Use Franchise Tag on Kyle Pitts Sr.
Geoff Neal

Suffers Back-To-Back Knockout Losses
Uros Medic

Shines At UFC Houston
Isaac Collins

Healthy After Receiving Knee Injections
Dan Ige

Gets Finished For The First Time In His Career
José Caballero

Jose Caballero Bringing More Bat Speed into 2026 Season?
Melquizael Costa

Extends His Win Streak To Six
Jackson Holliday

Doesn't Have his Hand Wrapped
NASCAR

Bubba Wallace Falls Short of Victory at EchoPark Speedway
Carson Hocevar

Rallies to Fourth At EchoPark Speedway After Early Struggles
Ross Chastain

Finishes Third At EchoPark Speedway
Chase Briscoe

Scores First Career Top-Five Finish at EchoPark Speedway
Tyler Reddick

Nabs His Second Win of the Season At EchoPark Speedway
Thairo Estrada

Orioles Agree to Minor-League Contract With Thairo Estrada
Joey Logano

Will Be Popular DFS Pick at EchoPark Speedway
Tyler Reddick

on Pole After Qualifying Rained Out at EchoPark Speedway
Chase Elliott

Could Chase Elliott Be Worth Rostering At EchoPark Speedway?
Ryan Blaney

Is Ryan Blaney Worth Rostering for DFS at EchoPark Speedway?
William Byron

Is William Byron Worth Rostering for DFS at EchoPark Speedway?
Rondale Moore

Passes Away
Denny Hamlin

Is Worth Consideration for EchoPark Speedway DFS Lineups
Brad Keselowski

Is A Tournament Option for DFS At EchoPark Speedway
NASCAR

Is Bubba Wallace Rosterable In DFS At EchoPark Speedway?
Austin Cindric

Should DFS Managers Roster Austin Cindric at EchoPark Speedway?
Ross Chastain

Is Ross Chastain A Sneaky DFS Option for EchoPark Speedway?
Ricky Stenhouse Jr

Is Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Worth Rostering for DFS at EchoPark Speedway?
Alex Bowman

Will Start Towards the Rear At EchoPark Speedway
Javonte Williams

Cowboys Sign Javonte Williams to Three-Year, $24 Million Extension
Joel Armia

Wraps Up Olympics With Three-Point Performance
Daniil Tarasov

Available for Panthers
Evan Rodrigues

Set to Return Next Week
Aaron Ekblad

Expected to Play Thursday
Pavel Zacha

Cleared for Action
VAN

Jonathan Lekkerimaki Needs Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery
Mikko Rantanen

Misses Bronze-Medal Game With Lower-Body Injury
Blake Coleman

Activated From Injured Reserve
Matt Rempe

Heading to Injured Reserve After Second Thumb Procedure
Sidney Crosby

a Game-Time Call for Olympic Final
Josh Morrissey

Won't Play Sunday
Filip Chytil

Out Indefinitely With Facial Fracture
Connor McDavid

Makes History With Another Multi-Point Outing
Tage Thompson

Expected to Play in Olympic Final
Travis Etienne Jr.

has "Legitimate Interest" in Joining Chiefs
Zach Charbonnet

Undergoes Knee Surgery on Friday
CFB

Curt Cignetti Agrees to New Deal With Indiana, Will Earn $13.2 Million Per Year
Anthony Hernandez

Set For UFC Houston Main Event
Sean Strickland

Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
Uros Medic

Set For UFC Houston Co-Main Event
Geoff Neal

Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
Melquizael Costa

A Favorite At UFC Houston
Dan Ige

An Underdog At UFC Houston
Rashee Rice

Accused of Assault by Long-Time Girlfriend
Ben Griffin

Looking to Return to Top Form at Riviera
Keegan Bradley

Looking to Build Momentum at Riviera
J.J. Spaun

Putting a Major Concern at Riviera
Sepp Straka

May Have Tough Time at The Genesis Invitational
Shane Lowry

Trending Up Entering the Genesis Invitational
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