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2025 Butterfield Bermuda Championship Preview & Picks

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The 2025 Butterfield Bermuda Championship is the penultimate stop in the FedExCup Fall, a seven-tournament series held after the TOUR Championship that determines player eligibility for the 2026 PGA TOUR season.

Tournament Storylines:

Campos Returns to Bermuda in Search of Another Win

Rafael Campos earned his first PGA TOUR victory just six days after welcoming his first daughter, marking a memorable moment both personally and professionally. However, since that breakthrough, heโ€™s struggled to regain that form. Campos has failed to post a top-30 finish in any event during the 2025 season and has missed the cut in ten of his last twelve PGA TOUR starts heading into this weekโ€™s tournament.

Michael Brennan: The Best in the Bermuda?

Michael Brennanโ€™s rise has been nothing short of impressive. The former Wake Forest standout captured eight individual titles during his collegiate career, including back-to-back ACC Championship wins in 2023 and 2024. Finishing 12th in the PGA TOUR University rankings earned him status on the PGA TOUR Americas, where he quickly proved he belonged.

During the 2025 PGA TOUR Americas season, Brennan won three times and topped the season-long points list, earning a promotion to the Korn Ferry Tour for 2026. In his first PGA TOUR start as a professional, he made an immediate statement by winning the Bank of Utah Championship just a few weeks ago.

He followed that performance with another strong showing at the World Wide Technology Championship and enters this week as the highest-ranked player in the field

Tournament Information:

  • Dates: November 13th – November 16th, 2025
  • Location: Southampton, Bermuda
  • Course: Port Royal Golf Course
  • Course Type: Coastal
  • Par: 71 (4x 3โ€™s / 11x 4โ€™s / 3x 5โ€™s)
  • Length: 6,828 Yards
  • Format: 72-hole stroke play
  • Greens: Tif Eagle bermudagrass .125โ€
  • Fairways: 419 bermuda (front 9) / 419 bermuda / zoysiagrass mix (back 9) .375โ€
  • Rough: 419 bermudagrass 2โ€
  • Bunkers: 87
  • Water Hazard(s): 4 Ponds (In-Play on 7 Holes)
  • Average Green Size: 8,000 sq. ft.
  • Stimpmeter: 11.0 ft.
  • Purse/ Winner: $6,000,000 /$1,080,000
  • FedEx Cup Points: 500
  • Field: 120 Players
  • Cut: Top 65 and Ties – 36 Holes
  • Playoff Format: Sudden Death | 18, 18, 17, 18
  • Course Scoring Average:
    • 2024: 69.97 (-1.03), Rank 22 of 51
    • 2023: 68.75 (-2.25), Rank 56 of 58
    • 2022: 69.16 (-1.84), Rank 40 of 50
  • Historic Cut Line:
  • 2024: -2 (T59 – 75 players)
  • 2023: -5 (T60 – 81 players)
  • 2022: -6 (T55 – 67 players)

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Course Information:

Course Architect:

  • Course Architect: Robert Trent Jones Sr. (1971)
  • Renovations: Roger Rulewich (2008)

Comparable Courses:

  • Corales Golf Course – Corales Puntacana Championship – RESULTS

Corales, like Port Royal, is a tropical, seaside layout featuring wide fairways, large greens, and constant exposure to ocean winds. Both courses reward players with strong short games and the ability to flight their irons effectively. Scoring is often dictated by weather conditions, with calm days producing birdie-fests and windy rounds favoring ball strikers who can control trajectory.

  • PGA National – Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches – RESULTS

PGA Nationalโ€™s โ€œBear Trapโ€ may be more penal, but both courses share a Florida-style design with water hazards, wind influence, and firm Bermuda turf. Accuracy off the tee and strong mid-iron play are essential at both venues, as missed greens can quickly turn into bogeys.

  • Pebble Beach – AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am – RESULTS

Pebble Beach mirrors Port Royalโ€™s shorter layout and coastal setting, where approach play and touch around the greens take precedence over distance. Both demand creativity in shot-making and precise control of trajectory due to elevation changes and swirling ocean breezes.

  • El Cardonal at Diamante – World Wide Technology Championship – RESULTS

El Cardonal, a Tiger Woods design, features wide fairways, large undulating greens, and a resort-style setup that rewards aggressive iron play and strong puttingโ€”traits that also define Port Royal. Players who thrive in low-scoring, birdie-friendly environments tend to perform well at both venues.

  • Grand Reserve Golf Club (Coco Beach) – Puerto Rico Open – RESULTS

Grand Reserve is one of the most direct comps to Port Royal, featuring a coastal, exposed layout with minimal rough, wind as a major factor, and soft, receptive greens. Success in Puerto Rico often translates well to Bermuda, as both events demand patience, adaptability, and sharp wedge play.

Comparable Location (Southampton, Bermuda):

  • Albany – New Providence, Bahamas – Hero World Challenge

Designer Link (Robert Trent Jones Sr.):

  • Spyglass Hill Golf Course – Robert Trent Jones Sr. (1966) – AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
  • Dunes Golf and Beach Club – Robert Trent Jones Sr. (1948) – ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic

Comparable Yardage (6,828 Yards):

  • TPC River Highlands – 6,844 Yards – Travelers Championship

Comparable Greens (Tif Eagle bermudagrass .125โ€):

  • Kapalua Resort (Plantation) – TifEagle bermudagrass .110โ€ – The Sentry
  • PGA National Resort (The Champion Course) – TifEagle bermudagrass .080โ€ – Cognizant Classic
  • Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge – TifEagle bermudagrass .110โ€ – Arnold Palmer Invitational
  • TPC Southwind – TifEagle bermudagrass .090โ€ – FedEx St. Jude Championship
  • East Lake Golf Club – TifEagle bermudagrass .115โ€ – TOUR Championship
  • Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside Course) – TifEagle bermudagrass .090โ€ – The RSM Classic
  • Sea Island Golf Club (Plantation Course) – TifEagle bermudagrass – The RSM Classic
  • Waialae Country Club – Bermudagrass – Sony Open in Hawaii
  • Dunes Golf and Beach Club – Champion ultradwarf bermudagrass .100โ€ – ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic
  • Sedgefield Country Club – Champion bermudagrass .120โ€ – Wyndham Championship
  • The Country Club of Jackson – Champion bermudagrass .110โ€ – Sanderson Farms Championship

Comparable Average Green Size (8,000 sq. ft.):

  • El Cardonal at Diamante – 8,300 sq. ft. – World Wide Technology Championship

TV Information (all times ET):

  • Round 1: Thursday, November 13th, 2025
    • Golf Channel – 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Round 2: Friday, November 14th, 2025
    • Golf Channel – 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Round 3: Saturday, November 15th, 2025
    • Golf Channel – 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Round 4: Sunday, November 16th, 2025
    • Golf Channel – 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Weather:

Course/ Tournament History:

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship, part of the PGA Tour, was established in 2019 as a tournament in Bermuda, marking an exciting addition to the tourโ€™s calendar. Held at the scenic Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton, it quickly became notable for showcasing emerging talent, drawing both established players and newer faces. Originally introduced as an alternate event to the WGC-HSBC Champions, it offered a full allotment of FedExCup points and a chance for players to secure a valuable PGA Tour victory. In 2020, when the HSBC event was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Championship was elevated to a primary event, granting its winner an invitation to the Masters Tournament.

Port Royal Golf Course, located in Southampton Parish, Bermuda, is a celebrated course with a rich history that dates back to its opening in 1970. Designed by famed golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Sr., Port Royal was created to provide world-class golfing on the island, featuring stunning ocean views and a challenging layout that maximizes the natural landscape. Known for its dramatic elevation changes, coastal winds, and the famous 16th holeโ€”a picturesque par-3 set against the Atlantic Oceanโ€”Port Royal has earned a reputation as one of Bermudaโ€™s premier golf courses. In 2008, it underwent an extensive renovation led by original architect Jonesโ€™s protรฉgรฉ, Roger Rulewich, enhancing its facilities and modernizing its layout while preserving its original character. Since its debut, Port Royal has hosted numerous prestigious tournaments, including the PGA Grand Slam of Golf from 2009 to 2014, and it became the home of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship in 2019.

Previous Tournament Venues:

DurationCourseLocation:
2019-PresentPort Royal Golf CourseSouthampton, Bermuda

Previous Tournament Names:

DurationTournament Name
2021-PresentButterfield Bermuda Championship
2019-2020Bermuda Championship

Tournament Records:

  • 72-Hole Record:
    • 260 – Camilo Villegas (2023), Brendon Todd (2019)

  • 18-Hole Record:
    • 61 – Wesley Bryan (third round, 2024), Alex Noren (first round, 2023), Taylor Pendrith (second round, 2021)
  • Largest Margin of Victory:
    • 4 Strokes – Brendon Todd (over Harry Higgs) (2019)

Course Guide/ Scorecard:

Port Royal Golf Course plays to a modest 6,828 yards, making it the shortest layout on the PGA TOUR schedule this season. Despite its limited length, the course presents a unique challenge thanks to its design and the ever-present coastal conditions. The greens are among the largest on TOUR, averaging nearly 8,000 square feet, which encourages aggressive approach play but also demands precise distance control.

There are 87 bunkers scattered strategically across the property, the tenth most on TOUR, and water comes into play on seven holes. Still, the true defense of Port Royal isnโ€™t its bunkering or water hazards, but rather the swirling winds off the Atlantic Ocean. Those gusts can vary hole to hole and even minute to minute, forcing players to constantly adjust club selection and shot trajectory.


The four Par 3s at Port Royal Golf Course range from 148 to 235 yards, placing a premium on precision and smart club selection. In last yearโ€™s Bank of Utah Championship, every Par 3 had a scoring average over par except No. 3.

Hole 8 | Par 3 | 213 Yards | 2024 Stroke Average: 3.124 (Difficulty Rank – 6)

This is a demanding par 3 and the large green perched on the ocean will present the golfer with a challenge. Bunkers surround the target and beware โ€“ the ocean awaits the long ball. A par here is a hard-earned achievement.

Hole 16 | Par 3 | 235 Yards | 2024 Stroke Average: 3.308 (Difficulty Rank – 1)

This is truly one of the most spectacular holes in world golf. The tee shot will require a solidly hit shot across the ocean to a green perched high above the ocean on its own peninsular, A well bunkered green offers the player a small target to find and, with the prevailing winds, this hole has the ability to fool the strongest of minds. A shot to the right will be safe from the ocean but missing the traps will be a challenge.


Port Royal Golf Course features eleven par 4s, most of which are listed between 350-400 yards. Strategy plays a major role, particularly on holes that offer tempting risk-reward opportunities. In 2024, the only par 4s that played over par were No. 4, No. 11, No. 15, and No. 18.

Hole 4 | Par 4 | 458 Yards | 2024 Stroke Average: 4.224 (Difficulty Rank – 3)

A stunning dogleg par 4 which requires a well struck tee shot to the corner โ€“ beware of the bunkers guarding the right side! Your second shot is to a raised green, well protected by deep bunkers. An off-line hit can end up in serious trouble here. The three sectioned green will also require plenty of care. It is stroke index 1 and you will understand why.

Hole 15 | Par 4 | 443 Yards | 2024 Stroke Average: 4.241 (Difficulty Rank – 2)

A dogleg to the right, with the ocean on the left and a steep run off to the right. Two well placed traps on the left of the fairway must be avoided, so play for position from this tee. A risk/reward shot is available with a well struck drive down the right leaving a short iron in to a well-protected, undulating green. Achieving par here is a challenge.

Hole 18 | Par 4 | 410 Yards | 2024 Stroke Average: 4.195 (Difficulty Rank – 4)

A long, straight, uphill par 4 requiring a well struck tee shot to a tiered fairway with bunkers left and right โ€“ this is a visually excellent hole. The second shot to a raised green will test your skill set and be sure to take an extra club for this shot to the three-tiered front to back sloping green. You will face a constant challenge to the end on this hole.


There are three Par 5โ€™s on the course: No. 2, No. 7, and No. 17. All of these holes had a scoring average under par in 2024. No. 7 was the easiest Par 5 on the course last year with a scoring average of 0.647 below par.

Hole 2 | Par 5 | 553 Yards | 2024 Stroke Average: 4.913 (Difficulty Rank – 11)

This is a serious par 5, three-shot hole. Water off the tee gives way to a left to right sweeping dog leg, trees left and right with bunkers to threaten the off-center shot. You will need to play for position on the 2nd

Hole 7 | Par 5 | 517 Yards | 2024 Stroke Average: 4.353 (Difficulty Rank – 18)

A long, sweeping dogleg where risk and reward will pay off. But watch out from the tee as bunkers are positioned to catch an off-line tee shot. The elevated green is large and undulating creating an exposed position โ€“ but donโ€™t let the breathtaking views distract you.

Hole 17 | Par 5 | 507 Yards | 2024 Stroke Average: 4.375 (Difficulty Rank – 17)

The prevailing wind will punish you here and a well-positioned tee shot is necessary. The water on the left will make the big hitter think and the well trapped right side will certainly favor the conservative player. The second shot is all about position and an accurate layup is required to leave a challenging third shot to a raised green, but beware of the run off. An undulating green caps off this challenging par 5.

Featured/ Signature Hole(s): 16

Key Statistics:

As the Butterfield Bermuda Championship returns to Port Royal Golf Course, understanding how the course compares to PGA TOUR averages can help identify which players are best suited for success. Here’s how the Port Royal Golf Course stacks up statistically:

StatisticsPGA Tour AveragePort Royal Golf Course
Driving Distance (Yards)284.02
Driving Accuracy62%55%
GIR Percentage66%67%
Avg GIR Prox. to Hole (Feet)29.25
Scrambling Percentage56%60%
Avg 3 Putts / Round0.540.53

According to DataGolf, players who have found success at Port Royal Golf Course typically combine accurate iron play with a dependable short game and strong putting performance.

Port Royal Golf Course does not have ShotLink technology, meaning there are no official Strokes Gained statistics available from previous tournaments.

Strokes Gained: Off the Tee

  • Success this week will hinge on players’ ability to position themselves effectively off the tee. While the course’s considerable length underscores the significance of distance, precision holds equal importance.
    • Leaders in SG: Off the Tee (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Pierceson Coody
      • Cameron Champ
      • Niklas Norgaard Moller
      • Rico Hoey
      • Chun-an Yu
      • Jesper Svensson
      • Michael Brennan
      • Trevor Cone
      • Patrick Rodgers
      • David Ford

Strokes Gained: Approach

  • Approach play continues to be one of the most reliable indicators of success at Port Royal Golf Course. Even with some of the largest greens on TOUR, players who consistently hit their irons close create the best scoring opportunities and separate themselves from the field.
    • Leaders in SG: Approach (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Ben Kohles
      • Rico Hoey
      • Thomas Rosenmueller
      • Greyson Sigg
      • Brandt Snedeker
      • Doug Ghim
      • Eric Cole
      • Zac Blair
      • Antoine Rozner
      • Adam Svensson

Strokes Gained: Around the Green

  • Even though Port Royal features some of the largest greens on TOUR, players are bound to miss their targets this week due to the swirling Atlantic winds and elevation changes. A sharp short game will be essential to save pars and maintain momentum.
    • Leaders in SG: Around the Green (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Matteo Manassero
      • Taylor Montgomery
      • Andrew Putnam
      • Jonathan Byrd
      • Chandler Phillips
      • Beau Hossler
      • Matt Kuchar
      • Takumi Kanaya
      • Matt Wallace
      • Joseph Bramlett

Strokes Gained: Putting (Bermudagrass)

  • Port Royal Golf Course features Tif Eagle bermudagrass greens, where putting has been a consistent differentiator.
    • Leaders in SG: Putting (Bermudagrass) (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Taylor Montgomery
      • Nicolas Echavarria
      • Matthias Schmid
      • Frankie Capan
      • Andrew Putnam
      • Brandt Snedeker
      • Matthew NeSmith
      • Sam Ryder
      • Vincent Whaley
      • Jackson Suber

Strokes Gained: Total (Windy AF Conditions (Fantasy National terms))

  • The weather forecast calls for daily winds between 10 and 25 mph, which means players who thrive in tough, gusty conditions will have a clear edge. Shot shaping and trajectory control will be critical, as the wind at Port Royal can shift quickly off the Atlantic.
    • Leaders in SG: Total (Windy AF Conditions) (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Matt Kuchar
      • Patrick Fishburn
      • Adam Hadwin
      • Robert Streb
      • Rico Hoey
      • Scott Piercy
      • Mark Hubbard
      • Samuel Stevens
      • Paul Peterson
      • Matt Wallace

Scrambling Gained

  • Wind and coastal conditions make greens in regulation more difficult to hit at Port Royal. Players who can save par from tricky lies around the greens tend to separate themselves over four rounds.
    • Leaders in Scrambling Gained (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Matteo Manassero
      • Danny Willett
      • Ryo Hisatsune
      • Jonathan Byrd
      • Matt Wallace
      • Beau Hossler
      • Andrew Putnam
      • Brandt Snedeker
      • Eric Cole
      • Vincent Whaley

3-Putt Avoidance

  • With large, undulating greens that average over 8,000 square feet, avoiding three-putts is essential. Strong lag putting can prevent costly dropped shots and keep momentum going during windy rounds.
    • Leaders in 3-Putt Avoidance (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Chad Ramey
      • Kevin Roy
      • Jason Dufner
      • Kevin Streelman
      • Vincent Whaley
      • Chandler Phillips
      • Brandt Snedeker
      • Robby Shelton
      • Matt Kuchar
      • Justin Hastings

Par 3 Scoring: 225+ Yards

  • Two of the four par 3s at Port Royal Golf Course stretch into this range and demand precise long-iron play. Success here can swing momentum over four rounds.
    • Leaders in Par 3 Scoring: 225+ Yards (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Thorbjorn Olesen
      • James Hahn
      • Lee Hodges
      • Takumi Kanaya
      • Mark Hubbard
      • Taylor Montgomery
      • Sami Valimaki
      • Adrie Dumont de Chassart
      • Max McGreevy
      • Martin Laird

Par 4 Scoring: 350-450 Yards

  • Port Royal Golf Course features eleven par 4s, with most (six) measuring between 350 and 400 yards and another four between 400 and 450 yards. This yardage range will be a key scoring zone throughout the week, rewarding players who combine smart course management, accurate tee shots, and sharp iron play.
    • Leaders in Par 4 Scoring: 350-400 Yards (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Noah Goodwin
      • Hayden Springer
      • Doug Ghim
      • Quade Cummins
      • Max McGreevy
      • Kevin Roy
      • Chandler Phillips
      • Paul Peterson
      • William Mouw
      • Lee Hodges
    • Leaders in Par 4 Scoring: 400-450 Yards (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Patrick Fishburn
      • Taylor Montgomery
      • Victor Perez
      • Sam Ryder
      • Mark Hubbard
      • Paul Peterson
      • Quade Cummins
      • Nick Hardy
      • Noah Goodwin
      • Matt Wallace

Par 5 Scoring: 500-550 Yards

  • Two of the three par 5s at Port Royal fall between 500 and 550 yards. These are prime birdie opportunities, and players who capitalize on them consistently will stay near the top of the leaderboard.
    • Leaders in Par 5 Scoring: 500-550 Yards (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Nicolas Echavarria
      • Ben Martin
      • Ben Kohles
      • Seonghyeon Kim
      • Chan Kim
      • Ricky Castillo
      • Jackson Suber
      • Alex Smalley
      • Beau Hossler
      • Victor Perez

Birdies or Better Gained

  • This stat is a key measure of scoring potential, especially at Port Royal Golf Course where winning totals often fall between 19 and 24 under par. Contenders must consistently capitalize on scoring chances and pile up birdies.
    • Leaders in Birdies or Better Gained (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Sami Valimaki
      • Matthias Schmid
      • Luke Clanton
      • Mark Hubbard
      • Chun-an Yu
      • Hayden Springer
      • Niklas Norgaard Moller
      • Danny Walker
      • Taylor Montgomery
      • Chandler Phillips

Bogey Avoidance

  • While birdies are key, minimizing mistakes is just as important at Port Royal. In blustery conditions, avoiding bogeys can be the difference between contending and missing the cut.
    • Leaders in Bogey Avoidance (Last 24 Rounds):
      • Matt Wallace
      • Andrew Putnam
      • Vincent Whaley
      • Danny Willett
      • Ricky Castillo
      • Ryo Hisatsune
      • Mark Hubbard
      • Brandt Snedeker
      • Thorbjorn Olesen
      • Cameron Champ

Comparable Courses and Event History

  • These are your course specialists, players whoโ€™ve consistently performed well at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. Based on the chart above, past results at Port Royal Golf Course are strong indicators of future success at this venue.
    • Leaders in SG: Total โ€“ Port Royal Golf Course (Last 5 Editions):
      • Justin Lower
      • Seamus Power
      • Patrick Rodgers
      • Vincent Whaley
      • Alex Smalley
      • Mark Hubbard
      • Greyson Sigg
      • Camilo Villegas
      • Chesson Hadley
      • Rafael Campos

The Field:

The 2025 Butterfield Bermuda Championship will showcase a full field of 120 players competing at Port Royal Golf Course, drawing a mix of longtime TOUR stalwarts and rising talents. Only two of the top 50 players in the Official World Golf Ranking are in the field: Michael Brennan (No. 40) and Sam Stevens (No. 48).

Basis of qualification for each entrant this week:

  • Tournament winner in past two seasons
  • Career money exemption
  • Sponsor exemptions: DP World Tour, Korn Ferry Tour, Q-School category
  • Sponsor exemptions: unrestricted
  • PGA Section Champion/Player of the Year
  • Top 30 in FedExCup Playoffs
  • Top 70 in prior year FedExCup through the Playoffs
  • Top 125 in FedExCup Fall
  • Major medical extension
  • PGA TOUR University Accelerated: current season
  • DP World Tour / Korn Ferry Tour / Q-School Category: reordered
  • Reorder category: Category 37-44

Previous Winners in the Field (Event):

  • Rafael Campos โ€“ 2024
  • Camilo Villegas โ€“ 2023
  • Seamus Power โ€“ 2022

Players with Ties to Bermuda in the Field:

Birthplace:

  • Oliver Betschart
  • Will Haddrell
  • Kenny Leseur

Open Qualifiers:

  • Samuel Anderson
  • Drew Doyle
  • Jake Peacock
  • Hunter Wolcott

Debutants in the Field:

  • Andrew Zielinski, Antoine Rozner, Benjamin Silverman, Blades Brown, Braden Thornberry, Chan Kim, Chandler Phillips, Cristobal Del Solar, David Ford, Drew Doyle, Frankie Capan III, Gordon Sargent, Henry Smart, Hunter Wolcott, Isaiah Salinda, Jackson Suber, Jake Peacock, Jeremy Paul, Jesper Svensson, Justin Hastings, Kaito Onishi, Kenny Leseur, Kevin Velo, Luke Clanton, Mason Andersen, Matt Kuchar, Matt Wallace, Matteo Manassero, Matthew Riedel, Matthieu Pavon, Michael Brennan, Niklas Norgaard Moller, Noah Goodwin, Oscar Couilleau, Paul Ferrier, Paul Peterson, Quade Cummins, Ricky Castillo, Rikuya Hoshino, Sami Valimaki, Samuel Anderson, Steven Fisk, Takumi Kanaya, Taylor Dickson, Taylor Montgomery, Taylor Moore, Thomas Rosenmueller, Thorbjorn Olesen, Trey Mullinax, Tyler Watts, Victor Perez, Will Chandler, and Will Haddrell

Exemptions:

PlayerExemption TypeNotes
Oliver BetschartSponsor Exemption (Unrestricted)Qualified for his second Butterfield Bermuda Championship after claiming the third exemption spot. Became the youngest player to compete in a PGA TOUR event since 2014 when he qualified in 2023 at age 15 years, 3 months, and 8 days.
Blades BrownSponsor Exemption (Unrestricted)Making his eighth TOUR start. Recently secured Korn Ferry Tour status for 2026 by finishing No. 68 on the 2025 Points List.
Oscar CouilleauSponsor Exemption (Unrestricted)a 2026 Arizona State commit, won the 2025 Monroe Invitational (14-under 266) to earn a sponsor exemption; lefthander from France makes his PGA TOUR debut
Tyler DuncanSponsor Exemption (PGA TOUR Member, not otherwise exempt)โ€”
Will HaddrellSponsor Exemption (Unrestricted)42-year-old amateur who earned medalist honors at the local qualifier held at Port Royal Golf Course.
Justin HastingsSponsor Exemption (Unrestricted)Cayman Islands native and 2025 Latin America Amateur champion. Making his eighth PGA TOUR start and second as a professional (T26 at 2025 Procore Championship).
Chase JohnsonSponsor Exemption (Unrestricted)Finished runner-up to Kevin Hall in the 2024 APGA Bermuda Championship at Port Royal. Accepted this spot after Hall declined to represent the USA at the Deaf Olympics.
Kenny LeseurSponsor Exemption (Unrestricted)Recently turned professional. Qualified for this event in 2019 at 15 years, 9 months, and 22 days old, and qualified again this year.
Ryan PalmerCareer Money Exemptionโ€”
Henry SmartSponsor Exemption (DP World Tour / Korn Ferry Tour / Q-School Category)Won the 2025 Goslings Bermuda Open to earn a spot in the field. The 36-year-old Englishman shot 70-67-71 at Port Royal to win by two and make his first PGA TOUR appearance.
Brandt SnedekerCareer Money Exemptionโ€”
Robert StrebSponsor Exemption (PGA TOUR Member, not otherwise exempt)โ€”
Tyler WattsSponsor Exemption (Unrestricted)Lefthanded high-school senior from Huntsville, Alabama makes second PGA TOUR start after finishing T53 in the
2025 Procore Championship amongst a field that included 10 U.S. Ryder Cup Team members; Verbally committed to the University of Tennessee
Andrew ZielinskiSponsor Exemption (DP World Tour / Korn Ferry Tour / Q-School Category)Division II Lee University senior making his PGA TOUR debut after winning the Fripp Island Bermuda Invite. Closed with three straight birdies to shoot 66 in the final round, winning by two at 9-under. Led Lee University to an 18-stroke team victory.

Notable Withdraws/ Changes:

  • N/A

The Odds:

Hereโ€™s a comprehensive breakdown of the top players in the field for this yearโ€™s Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course, ranked by current betting odds (via DraftKings). The table below details each playerโ€™s five most recent finishes on the PGA TOUR and their last result at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship.

GolferOddsLast 5 Finishes on the PGA TOUR
(Recent -> Past)
Last 5 Finishes at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship
(Recent -> Past)
Rico Hoey+1800T21-2-T4-MC-T9T17
Kevin Yu+2000MC-T15-T20-T11-T32MC-T30-T3
Thorbjorn Olesen+2200T14-T3-T9-T14-MC
Pierceson Coody+2500T31-T3-T12-T14-T27T12
Nico Echavarria+2800T14-9-MC-T38-T19T29-T76-T23
Michael Brennan+3000T59-WON
Matti Schmid+3000T8-T46-T14-T38-T3161-3-61
Odds via DraftKings

Tournament Props:

Playoff:

Will There Be a Playoff at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship? (Yes +400/ No -575)

Of the six editions of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, the tournament has only been decided by a playoff once. It was back in 2020 when Brian Gay defeated Wyndham Clark.

Hole-in-One:

Will There Be a Hole-in-One at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship? (Yes +135/ No -200)

In the six editions of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, there has never been a hole-in-one.

Recent Horses for Courses (Port Royal Golf Course):

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GolferEvents Played20242023202220212020
Justin Lower4T5T20T8T17
Seamus Power5T23WONT12T37
Alex Smalley4T29T30T11T12
Greyson Sigg3T9T11T22
Chesson Hadley2T17T16
Patrick Rodgers5T9T34T59
Robby Shelton3T17T23
Vincent Whaley4T5T8T7MC
David Lipsky3T9T13MC
Mark Hubbard5T3T20MCT22

Recent Donkeys for Courses (Port Royal Golf Course):

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GolferEvents Played20242023202220212020
Matthew NeSmith2MCMC
George McNeill3MCMC
Trevor Cone2MCMC
Harry Higgs3MCMC
Doug Ghim5MCMCMCT14
Henrik Norlander5T57MCMCMC
Jason Dufner3MCMCT58

Previous Winners Scores and Prices:

  • 2024: Rafael Campos (-19)
    • Price: 300-1
  • 2023: Camilo Villegas (-24)
    • Price: 150-1
  • 2022: Seamus Power (-19)
    • Price: 22-1

  • 2021: Lucas Herbert (-15)
    • Price: 80-1

  • 2020: Brian Gay (-15)
    • Price: 200-1

Previous Winners Incoming Form (Last 5 Starts):

  • 2024: Rafael Campos
    • MC – World Wide Technology Championship (PGA)
    • MC – Shriners Children’s Open (PGA)
    • MC – Black Desert Championship (PGA)
    • MC – Sanderson Farms Championship (PGA)
    • T13 – Procore Championship (PGA)
  • 2023: Camilo Villegas
    • T2 – World Wide Technology Championship (PGA)
    • MC – Sanderson Farms Championship (PGA)
    • T37 – Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship (KFT)
    • MC – Simmons Bank Open for the Snedeker Foundation (KFT)
    • T43 – Albertsons Boise Open (KFT)
  • 2022: Seamus Power
    • T49 – THE CJ CUP in South Carolina (PGA)
    • MC – Shriners Children’s Open (PGA)
    • T30 – Sanderson Farms Championship (PGA)
    • 65 – BMW Championship (PGA)
    • MC – FedEx St. Jude Championship (PGA)

  • 2021: Lucas Herbert
    • MC – Sanderson Farms Championship (PGA)
    • MC – Fortinet Championship (PGA)
    • T21 – DP WORLD TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP, DUBAI (EUR)
    • T45 – Korn Ferry Tour Championship (KFT)
    • T58 – Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship (KFT)

  • 2020: Brian Gay
    • MC – Shriners Hospital for Children Open (PGA)
    • MC – Safeway Open (PGA)
    • MC – THE NORTHERN TRUST (PGA)
    • MC – Wyndham Championship (PGA)
    • T41 – Barracuda Championship (PGA)

Previous Winners Finishes at Event:

2024: Rafael Campos

Butterfield Bermuda ChampionshipBermuda Championship
Port Royal Golf CoursePort Royal Golf Course
20212020
MCT18

2023: Camilo Villegas

Butterfield Bermuda ChampionshipButterfield Bermuda ChampionshipButterfield Bermuda Championship
Port Royal Golf CoursePort Royal Golf CoursePort Royal Golf Course
202320222021
T54T34T55

2022: Seamus Power

Butterfield Bermuda ChampionshipButterfield Bermuda ChampionshipBermuda Championship
Port Royal Golf CoursePort Royal Golf CoursePort Royal Golf Course
202220212020
T12T37T31

2021: Lucas Herbert

  • Tournament Debut

2020: Brian Gay

Bermuda Championship
Port Royal Golf Course
2020
T3

Outright Picks:

Vince Whaley (+3500) โ€“ DraftKings

Vince Whaley enters this week coming off a T17 at last weekโ€™s World Wide Technology Championship. He has historically performed well on coastal courses, posting top 20 finishes at the Corales Puntacana Championship (T7) and Puerto Rico Open (T16), including last weekโ€™s T17. At this event specifically, his past three appearances have produced finishes of T5, T8, and T7. Whaley has come close to winning this season, and with his comfort on coastal layouts, this looks like a strong opportunity for him to capture his first PGA TOUR victory.

Matt Wallace (+3500) โ€“ DraftKings

Matt Wallace has shown flashes of strong form this season but has yet to find full consistency. He finished T31 at last weekโ€™s World Wide Technology Championship and has proven his ability to win on coastal courses, having captured the 2023 Corales Puntacana Championship. He ranks highly across nearly every category in the model this week, and if he can putt well, he has a legitimate chance to contend.

Patrick Rodgers (+4000) โ€“ DraftKings

Patrick Rodgers comes into this week after a T6 at last weekโ€™s World Wide Technology Championship. His other strong finishes have come on comparable courses, including a T22 at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and a T18 at the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches. At this event, Rodgers has been particularly consistent, finishing T9, T3, and 4th in his last three appearances.

Eric Cole (+4000) โ€“ DraftKings

Eric Cole enters the week off a T10 at last weekโ€™s World Wide Technology Championship, marking two top 10 finishes in his last three starts. He has also posted strong results on similar courses, including a T22 at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and a T5 at the Sony Open in Hawaii.

Matt Kuchar (+4000) โ€“ DraftKings

Matt Kuchar, 47, has been in excellent form, posting three consecutive top-20 finishes, including a T11 at last weekโ€™s World Wide Technology Championship. He has a history of winning on coastal courses, including El Camaleon and Waialae. With a shorter layout this week, Kucharโ€™s lack of length wonโ€™t be a major disadvantage. His overall game is sharp, and with a win, he could comfortably secure his PGA TOUR membership for next season, sitting near the top 100 in FedExCup points.

Top 20 Picks (Incl. Ties):

Matti Schmid (+140) โ€“ BetMGM

Best of luck, and as always you can find me on Twitter @GatorBetting and Instagram @Gator_Sports_Betting. Any feedback whether positive or negative is always encouraged.

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