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Taylor Montgomery enters World Wide Technology Championship as 20th alternate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 10:01 PM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Taylor Montgomery enters World Wide Technology Championship as 20th alternate
Summary

Taylor Montgomery, initially the 20th alternate for the PGA Tour's World Wide Technology Championship in Los Cabos, Mexico, secured a spot due to a sponsor exemption rule. Luke Donald withdrew before the tournament, allowing Montgomery to take his place. Montgomery opened with a 7-under 65, placing him T-3 and just two shots off the lead. Adam Hadwin, who was the first alternate, did not get a tee time and left the course after Montgomery's entry. Hadwin is now planning for upcoming events as he aims to regain full exempt status on the tour.

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  • •Luke Donald withdrew due to a back issue, opening a spot for Montgomery.
  • •Montgomery's opening round is a 7-under 65 at El Cardonal.
  • •Hadwin, the first alternate, was unable to participate.
  • •Montgomery has struggled this season, missing cuts in previous tournaments.
  • •Hadwin aims for his 15th start to secure retirement benefits.
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  • 10:01 PMYahoo Sports — How the 20th alternate got into World Wide Technology Championship over 19 others
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Taylor Montgomery was 20th alternate. Then a PGA Tour rule about sponsor exemptions changed everything.

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