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Shane Lowry humorously referenced Scottie Scheffler while explaining his strong Florida PGA Tour record, crediting time spent in Florida for improving his game on Bermuda greens as he eyes a late push in the Cognizant Classic.
Shane Lowry and Austin Smotherman share the 54-hole lead at 13-under entering Sunday’s Cognizant Classic final round at PGA National. Final-round tee times and pairings have been released, with early starts beginning at 8:05 a.m. ET. Coverage will unfold across Golf Channel and NBC/Peacock, including Golf Central Pregame (noon–1 p.m. ET), final round on GC (1–3 p.m. ET), NBC/Peacock (3–6 p.m. ET), and Golf Central Postgame (6–7 p.m. ET).
At the Cognizant Classic, PGA Tour insiders signal a coming overhaul of the tour’s calendar under new CEO Brian Rolapp and Tiger Woods’ Future Competition Committee, with a shorter, more market-focused schedule that could elevate marquee events while sidelining smaller stops; players with limited status worry about opportunities as the circuit contemplates cuts and broader changes in 2027.
Golf analyst Brady Kannon breaks down the 2026 Cognizant Classic field in Palm Beach Gardens, listing Ryan Gerard and Shane Lowry as co-favorites, noting other solid contenders like Nicolai Hojgaard and Michael Thorbjornsen, and revealing his best bets—he fades Gerard to win and backs a surprising longshot above 45‑1—as the event approaches.
Justin Thomas says it's a bummer that the Cognizant Classic has lost star players due to a crowded PGA Tour schedule, with Brooks Koepka headlining a weakened field. He describes the calendar as a 'good problem' but notes many top players are skipping the Florida event to prep for Bay Hill and The Players, while he returns from back surgery and would love to play Torrey Pines and Colonial but can’t fit four or five weeks in a row.
A live-style listing of upcoming tee times and pairings for the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches (2026), showing players and 'Coming Soon' status as rounds progress.
SportsLine's 10,000-simulation projection for the Cognizant Classic 2026 yields a surprising leaderboard: the model fades favorite Shane Lowry from the top 3, tallies Daniel Berger as a +3000 longshot in the top 10, and spots four other +3000+ longshots as contenders.
Austin Eckroat wins his first PGA TOUR title at the Cognizant Classic after navigating a challenging final round and a weather delay. Known for his strong mental game, Eckroat's steady performance secured the victory, showcasing the talent and composure that has characterized his golf career from a young age. His journey from junior tournaments to the PGA TOUR has been marked by consistent progress and a calm demeanor, culminating in this significant milestone.
Austin Eckroat secured his first PGA Tour victory at the Cognizant Classic, earning $1,620,000 in prize money, while Min Woo Lee and Erik van Rooyen tied for second place and each received $801,000. The total prize money was distributed among the top finishers at the PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
25-year-old Austin Eckroat, a longshot at 125-1 odds, secured his first PGA Tour win at the weather-delayed Cognizant Classic, marking the eighth surprise winner in nine tournaments this season. The former Oklahoma State All-American showcased impressive ball striking and consistency, earning a spot in the upcoming Masters tournament.
The final round of the Cognizant Classic has been extended until Monday due to inclement weather, with Austin Eckroat leading at 15 under with 11 holes left. Erik van Rooyen had a strong start but faltered after the weather delay, finishing at 14 under. Jake Knapp is two shots back of Eckroat, while Shane Lowry and Alex Noren are three shots behind. David Skinns, the 54-hole leader, struggled early in the final round. Eckroat is favored to win, while Skinns faces an uphill battle.
The Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches experienced a 3 1/2-hour weather suspension on Sunday, leading to a Monday finish with coverage starting at 8 a.m. ET. Austin Eckroat leads at 15 under par through seven holes, with Erik van Rooyen one shot behind after posting a 63. Play was suspended on Sunday, and the final twosome completed five holes before the sun set in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
The final round of the Cognizant Classic at PGA National was suspended due to dangerous weather, with Erik van Rooyen holding a one-shot lead at 14-under overall. Play was halted at 12:50 p.m. ET, and final-round tee times will be delayed based on the length of the delay. Casual water was observed on some greens, and six pairings had yet to begin their final round.
Round 4 of the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches is set to begin with Shane Lowry, Austin Ekroat, and David Skinns tied for the lead at 13-under. Notable chasers include Min Woo Lee, Jacob Bridgeman, Victor Perez, Martin Laird, and Kevin Yu. Bud Cauley fell back to 8-under, while Rory McIlroy sits at 7-under after a costly triple bogey. Fans can follow the action with live scores, tee times, and TV times for the final round.
Round 3 of the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches at PGA National features familiar faces and tight competition, with Bud Cauley leading the field by one at 11-under. Austin Eckroat and Garrick Higgo trail by one, while Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are within striking distance at 8-under. Fans can follow the action through live scores, tee times, and TV times.