Last-Minute Addition Leads PGA Tour's RBC Canadian Open
Last-Minute Addition Leads PGA Tour's RBC Canadian Open originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The RBC Canadian Open is in full swing at TPC Toronto in Caledon, Ontario, and it's already delivering major surprises. Set to conclude on Sunday, June 8, the tournament has seen some unexpected twists, none bigger than the rise of a late entrant to the top of the leaderboard.
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Cameron Champ, who was added to the field just this Wednesday, is now shockingly leading the charge. The 29-year-old stepped in for Sahith Theegala, who had to withdraw from the event due to lingering neck issues. Theegala's absence left fans disappointed, especially after his promising season, but it opened the door for Champ and he's made the most of it.
Caledon, Ontario, CAN; Cameron Champ prepares to hit his tee shot at the first hole during the second round of the RBC Canadian Open golf tournament.Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
Champ, who's known for his power off the tee, has been putting together a solid performance since the opening round. Though official stats are still rolling in, early reports say he's been dialed in, finding fairways and sinking key putts a sharp contrast to some of his recent struggles on tour.
His unexpected surge has added even more buzz to a tournament already stacked with big names like Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, and Justin Rose. And while all eyes were on defending champ Robert MacIntyre and rising star Luke Clanton heading into the week, it's Champ, the last-minute fill-in who's turning heads.
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In a week defined by withdrawals and surprises, Champ's story is the biggest of them all. With two more rounds to play, the question now is: can the latecomer go all the way this weekend.
Related: PGA Tour Golfers Suddenly Withdraw During the RBC Canadian Open
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
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