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Russell Henley wins Charles Schwab Challenge in playoff at Colonial Country Club

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Last updated May 31, 2026

Russell Henley wins Charles Schwab Challenge in playoff at Colonial Country Club

Summary

Russell Henley secured victory at the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge, hosted at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas, winning a playoff against Eric Cole. After falling behind early with bogeys, Henley rallied with key birdies to finish tied at 12 under par. Cole closed with a steady par round, leading to the playoff. Henley made a crucial putt for the win, earning $1.4 million and significant FedEx Cup points. This victory continues a streak of 17 years with a former UGA Bulldog winning a PGA Tour event.

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By the Numbers

•Henley wins playoff against Eric Cole at Colonial Country Club.
•Both players finish regulation tied at 12 under par.
•Henley cards crucial birdies to take the clubhouse lead.
•Victory earns Henley $1.4 million and 500 FedEx Cup points.
•This marks Henley's sixth PGA Tour win.

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It is fitting that as legendary UGA Men’s Golf Coach Chris Haack hangs up his spikes that his charges, current and former, do what he did best: win. Russell Henley has just emerged victorious in a playoff against mythical mini-tour champion Eric Cole in a PGA Tour playoff at Colonial Country Club, taking the trophy […]
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