RBC Canadian Open: TPC Toronto Takes Center Stage This Year

Caledon, Ontario — The RBC Canadian Open is gearing up for an exciting tournament this week at TPC Toronto‘s North course, the longest venue in the tournament’s 114-year history at 7,389 yards. As the first-time host of Canada’s national championship, this par 70 course is sure to provide a challenging test for golfers.

In 2019, Rory McIlroy won his first RBC Canadian Open title, and after a pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he defended it in 2022. However, it was Nick Taylor who made headlines in 2023 with a thrilling playoff victory, becoming the first Canadian to win the event in decades. The organizers even designed a new logo for the 2024 tournament in his honor. Robert MacIntyre also shone brightly last year, securing his first PGA TOUR victory with his father as his caddie.

Located 57 kilometers northwest of downtown Toronto, TPC Toronto has been a prominent facility since the North course opened in 2001. The course underwent renovations by designer Ian Andrew in 2023, refreshing its layout ahead of this week’s competition. While the North course has previously hosted events on the PGA TOUR Canada, this will be its most significant spotlight.

Last year, the North course hosted the Fortinet Cup Championship, where Johnny Keefer earned his way onto the Korn Ferry Tour. This year, PGA TOUR members have the opportunity to prepare for the U.S. Open while competing. The opening and closing holes are par 5s, balancing the challenge with three lengthy par 4s down the line, with the toughest hole being the 13th, averaging 0.618 over par.

The weather forecast looks promising for golfers, with daytime highs expected around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. In addition to competing for the tournament title, Canadian golfers will vie for the Rivermead Cup, awarded to the low-scoring Canadian, with Corey Conners earning it last year. For those not qualifying for the U.S. Open, the RBC Canadian Open also offers pathways into future majors.