Ahead of the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge, defending champion Ben Griffin discusses how Colonial Country Club rewards aggressive shots while punishing misses, why the course allows for different styles of play to have success and how the historic venue tests every aspect of a player’s game.

Ben Griffin on Colonial rewarding aggressive play, challenging 'all parts of our game'

Ahead of the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge, Justin Thomas discusses tuning out the outside noise surrounding his November 2025 back surgery, why he trusted the decision for his long-term health and how the recovery process remains ongoing.

Justin Thomas on trusting his instincts, decision to undergo 2025 back surgery 

Two-time PGA TOUR winner Ludvig Åberg is the clear favorite to win the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge this week at Colonial Country Club. The Golfbet team debates whether his odds to come out on top should be higher.

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Ahead of the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge, Alex Smalley talks about his recent run of strong form, including a string of top-25 finishes, and feeling like every part of his game is “firing on all cylinders.”

Alex Smalley on recent hot streak, comfort in contention

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In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Kevin Yu's tee shot on the 164-yard, par-3 13th hole landed on the right green, 2 feet 2 inches from the cup, and he made the 2-foot 2-inch putt for birdie.

Kevin Yu hits tee shot to 2 feet, sets up birdie on No. 13 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Adam Schenk's tee shot on the 164-yard, par-3 13th hole landed on the right green, 7 feet 4 inches from the cup, and he made the 7-foot-4-inch putt for birdie.

Adam Schenk hits tee shot to 7 feet, sets up birdie on No. 13 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Christiaan Bezuidenhout's 181-yard tee shot on the 183-yard, par-3 eighth hole landed on the right green 26 feet 4 inches from the hole, and he made the 26-foot-4-inch putt for birdie.

Christiaan Bezuidenhout sinks 26-foot birdie putt at Charles Schwab

University of Virginia senior Bryan Lee is one of the nation's top players, sitting No. 17 in the PGA TOUR University Ranking. Ahead of the 2026 NCAA Men’s Golf Championship, Lee and his head coach Bowen Sargent reflect on the journey that has brought him to college golf’s biggest stage.

Get to know Virginia Golf’s Bryan Lee

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Justin Thomas's drive on the 452-yard, par-4 third hole went 312 yards into the left fairway, his 130-yard approach landed on the left green 12 feet 10 inches from the hole, and he made the 12-foot-10-inch putt for birdie.

Justin Thomas's 130-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 3 at Charles Schwab

Ahead of the 2026 THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson, PGA TOUR rookie Dan Brown experiences Dallas, Texas, for the first time. From cowboy hats to barbecue, watch what happens when Brown fully embraces the Lone Star State.

British rookie Dan Brown gets full Texas experience

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Chris Kirk's tee shot on the 164-yard, par-3 13th hole landed on the right green 9 feet from the cup, and he made the 9-foot putt for birdie.

Chris Kirk sinks 9-foot birdie putt on No. 13 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Max Homa's drive on the 400-yard, par-4 sixth hole traveled 307 yards into the right rough, his 86-yard approach landed on the left green 13 feet 1 inch from the hole, and he made the 13-foot-1-inch putt for birdie.

Max Homa sinks 13-foot birdie putt on No. 6 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Alex Smalley's drive on the 452-yard, par-4 third hole traveled 306 yards into the right fairway, his 146-yard approach landed on the left green 4 feet 7 inches from the hole, and he made the 4-foot-7-inch putt for birdie.

Alex Smalley gets up-and-down from 146 yards for birdie on No. 3 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Davis Riley's tee shot on the 164-yard, par-3 13th landed on the left green 31 feet from the hole, and he made the 31-foot putt for birdie.

Davis Riley sinks 31-foot putt for birdie on No. 13 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Nick Hardy's tee shot on the 181-yard, par-3 16th hole landed in the right fairway 70 feet from the hole, and he holed the 70-foot shot from the fairway for birdie.

Nick Hardy holes 70-foot approach for birdie on No. 16 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Lanto Griffin's drive on the 452-yard, par-4 third hole traveled 312 yards into the right fairway, his 142-yard approach landed on the right green 29 feet 1 inch from the hole, and he made the 29-foot-1-inch putt for birdie.

Lanto Griffin drains 29-foot birdie putt on No. 3 at Charles Schwab

In the first round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Adrien Dumont de Chassart's tee shot on the 164-yard, par-3 13th landed in the left fairway 23 feet 8 inches from the hole, and he made the 23-foot-8-inch shot for birdie.

Adrien Dumont de Chassart holes 24-foot shot for birdie on No. 13 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Keegan Bradley's drive on the 399-yard, par-4 17th hole traveled 248 yards into the left rough, leaving 168 yards to the hole. His 174-yard approach landed on the right green 28 feet 2 inches from the cup, and he made the 28-foot 2-inch putt for birdie.

Keegan Bradley sinks 28-foot birdie putt on No. 17 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Hideki Matsuyama's drive on the 423-yard, par-4 15th traveled 288 yards into the left fairway, his 127-yard approach landed on the right green 37 feet 2 inches from the hole, and he made the 37-foot 2-inch putt for birdie.

Hideki Matsuyama sinks 37-foot birdie putt on No. 15 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Davis Riley's drive on the 485-yard, par-4 seventh hole traveled 300 yards into the right bunker. His 173-yard approach from the fairway bunker landed on the right green 31 feet 4 inches from the hole, and he made the 31-foot-4-inch putt for birdie.

Davis Riley sinks 31-foot birdie putt on No. 7 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Chad Ramey's tee shot on the 183-yard, par-3 eighth hole landed on the right green, 21 feet 1 inch from the cup, and he made the 21-foot-1-inch putt for birdie.

Chad Ramey sinks 21-foot birdie putt on No. 8 at Charles Schwab

In the opening round of the 2026 Charles Schwab, Keegan Bradley's drive on the 461-yard, par-4 14th traveled 301 yards into the right fairway, his 157-yard approach landed on the right green 36 feet 3 inches from the hole, and he made the 36-foot-3-inch putt for birdie.

Keegan Bradley sinks 36-foot birdie putt on No. 14 at Charles Schwab

Ahead of the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge, PGATOUR.COM’s Paul Hodowanic breaks down the five top players still seeking qualification for the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills including Tony Finau, Max Homa and more.

The Five: Top players fighting for U.S. Open qualification

Patrick Rodgers is one of the most accomplished college players of all time. The former Stanford star won 11 times, tying Tiger Woods’ collegiate record. Despite his early success, the 33-year-old has yet to win in more than 300 PGA TOUR starts. In December 2025, Rodgers wrote a letter about his journey and how he’s found peace through adversity with his family. The letter explains the veteran’s story in his own words. Eleven years later, Rodgers’ pursuit for a win continues, but he’s won much more in life than just a trophy.

Mindful | Patrick Rodgers' life isn't defined by winning

As a former PGA TOUR winner, "The Drop" host Matt Every dusts off the cob webs in an attempt to advance through local qualifying for the U.S. Open.

'The Drop' host Matt Every attempts to qualify for U.S. Open

Alex Smalley talks with host Chantel McCabe ahead of the 2026 Charles Schwab Open about his current streak of three top-seven finishes in his last four starts, including a T2 finish at the PGA Championship.

Alex Smalley joins 'The Drop' amid hot streak

Follow Wyndham Clark after winning the 2026 THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson, where he's congratulated by Scottie Scheffler and his wife Meredith, gets fitted for a cowboy hat and talks about his family ties to Texas as he's presented the trophy.

Mic'd up with Wyndham Clark after winning THE CJ CUP

Check out the five best bets that cashed this week at the 2026 THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson, including an ace from Sungjae Im, strong showings from rookie Johnny Keefer and Keith Mitchell, plus a return to the winner’s circle for Wyndham Clark.

Winning Wagers: Top five bets that hit at THE CJ CUP

Patrick Rodgers is one of the most accomplished college players of all-time. The Stanford prodigy won 11 times, tying Tiger Woods’ collegiate record. Despite his early success, the 33-year-old has not earned any wins in over 300 PGA TOUR starts. To watch Rodgers' full story, tune into Episode 3 of "Mindful" on PGA TOUR YouTube on May 26th.

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