Ben James hires Tim Tucker for professional debut at RBC Canadian Open

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Ben James hires Tim Tucker for professional debut at RBC Canadian Open
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Ben James has enlisted veteran caddie Tim Tucker for his professional golf debut at the RBC Canadian Open this week. The 23-year-old finished first in PGA Tour U and earned an exemption for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. James recently completed his college career at the University of Virginia, where he achieved multiple All-America honors. Besides the Canadian Open, he has qualified for the U.S. Open and received a sponsor's exemption for the Travelers Championship. Tim Tucker, known for his previous work with players such as Bryson DeChambeau, brings significant experience to James' team.

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  • James completed his college career at the University of Virginia last week.
  • Tucker previously caddied for Bryson DeChambeau and Kurt Kitayama.
  • James finished first in PGA Tour U and secured a season exemption.
  • He is also set to play in the U.S. Open next week.
  • James won the Junior Players Championship in 2021.
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Ben James has hired veteran caddie Tim Tucker, known for his work with Bryson DeChambeau, for his pro debut this week at the RBC Canadian Open.

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