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

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 3:27 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

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

Summary

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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By the Numbers

•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.
— Yahoo Sports

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