The Wyndham Championship isn’t just another tournament—it’s the final showdown before the PGA Tour Playoffs begin. Held at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, North Carolina, this week decides who advances to the postseason and who goes home.
Course Overview: Sedgefield Country Club
Sedgefield is a classic Donald Ross design, playing at just over 7,100 yards and a par 70. Tight fairways, elevated greens, and slippery Bermuda putting surfaces reward accuracy and creativity more than brute force.
Scoring Spotlight: Only Two Par 5s—And They’re Crucial
Sedgefield Country Club offers just two par 5s, and both are vital scoring opportunities. With birdies almost expected and eagles in play, contenders can’t afford to play them passively.
- Hole 5 (529 yards) comes early in the round and is reachable in two for most players. It’s a momentum builder—miss it, and you’re already chasing the field.
- Hole 15 (545 yards) is the final true scoring hole on the course. It’s a classic risk-reward setup with water in play, and a well-struck second shot can lead to eagle. But one mistake and it can ruin a round.
Signature Hole: The Par-3 16th
This par 3, playing around 175 yards, is not the longest or flashiest on the PGA Tour—but it’s one of the most pivotal at the Wyndham Championship. The green is elevated and well-guarded by bunkers, with a narrow opening that demands precision.What makes Hole 16 special is timing and pressure. Coming right after the scorable par-5 15th, and just before the tough finishing stretch, the 16th often plays a decisive role on Sunday.
Wyndham Championship Legacy
Founded in 1938, the Wyndham Championship is one of the most historic events on the PGA Tour. It has become known as the pressure-cooker finale of the regular season, delivering high-stakes drama each year.
Famous Past Winners:
- Sam Snead – Record 8 victories here
- Davis Love III – Last win came at age 51
- Joohyung “Tom” Kim – Closed with 61 to win in 2022
- Brandt Snedeker – Shot a rare 59 on Thursday in 2018
- Kevin Kisner – Survived a six-man playoff in 2021
Winning scores usually reach -20 or better, especially when conditions are soft.
FedEx Cup Pressure: Who’s In, Who’s Out
Only the top 70 players in the FedEx Cup standings will qualify for the PGA Tour Playoffs, which begin next week at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. That puts several big names in a tough spot heading into Thursday.
Notable Players on the Bubble or Outside:
- Nicolai Højgaard (71st) – Currently just outside the cutoff
- Tom Kim (89th) – Needs a top-tier finish to keep hopes alive
- Adam Scott (85th) – At risk of missing playoffs for the first time in over a decade
- Max Homa (106th) – A surprising fall; needs a deep run to qualify
- Matt Kuchar (126th) – Would need nothing short of a win to get in
Players to Watch: Horses for Sedgefield
- Webb Simpson – Local legend with a win and nine top-10s
- Russell Henley – Quietly consistent; four top-10s at Wyndham
- Si Woo Kim – 2016 champion and strong Ross course record
- Denny McCarthy – Hot putter, ideal for these greens
- J.T. Poston – 2019 winner who thrives on accuracy-based layouts
See the Tee Times for the Wyndham Championship
Want to know when your favorite players tee off at Sedgefield Country Club? To view the official Wyndham Championship tee times, visit the PGA Tour’s tournament page:
