Back to the North: 2025 RBC Canadian Open
The PGA Tour crosses into Canada this week for the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, a tournament rich in history and fueled by national pride. Hosted once again at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley, the event arrives on the calendar just one week before the U.S. Open at Oakmont, adding another layer of urgency for players looking to find form or build momentum. While the field may not be quite as loaded as the recent Signature Events, the storylines are every bit as compelling. A mix of global stars, national favorites, and players trying to assert themselves as contenders in 2025 will descend on Caledon, Ontario, to take on one of the most picturesque and challenging layouts north of the border. With passionate fans and plenty of pressure, the RBC Canadian Open always delivers, and this year should be no exception.
Tournament Details
Location: TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley – Caledon, Ontario
Dates: June 5th – 8th, 2025
Defending Champion: Robert MacIntyre
Purse: $9.8 million
FedEx Cup Points: 500
Event Type: Regular PGA Tour Event
Course Week Breakdown
TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley’s North Course, a 7,389-yard par-70, has earned its reputation as one of the most visually appealing and strategically demanding courses in Canada. With firm, linksy fairways, dramatic bunkering, and undulating greens, the layout requires thoughtful navigation and rewards patience more than power. While the fairways are relatively wide, players must choose the correct angles into the pin to avoid treacherous run-offs and false fronts that can lead to big numbers. The greens can be deceptively fast, especially if the wind picks up, making lag putting a key skill this week. With plenty of risk-reward holes and a closing stretch that can flip the leaderboard, Sunday fireworks are a near certainty.
The weather looks favorable for most of the week, with temperatures expected in the mid-60s to mid-70s and only a slight chance of isolated showers. Winds could reach 10–12 mph at times, which would add complexity to some of the longer par 4s. Expect the course to play firm and fast, particularly if the early-week sun continues to bake the fairways. Players who can strike it well and adapt to changing conditions will have a distinct advantage. All signs point to a classic Canadian Open: challenging, scenic, and wide open for drama.
Robert MacIntyre – Defending Champion With Confidence
Robert MacIntyre returns to the site of his breakthrough PGA Tour victory, looking to replicate the magic of last year’s emotional win. The Scottish lefty used elite ball-striking and clutch putting down the stretch in 2024 to fend off a crowded field and secure his place in the winner’s circle. Since then, MacIntyre has played solid if not spectacular golf in 2025, posting a few top-25 finishes while continuing to sharpen his all-around game. His comfort level at TPC Toronto and positive memories could give him an early edge, especially if his iron play stays dialed in. With the course likely playing firm and fast, MacIntyre’s ability to shape shots and control trajectory could serve him well once again.
Rory McIlroy – Heavy Favorite Chasing Another Crown
Rory McIlroy comes into the RBC Canadian Open as the odds-on favorite, and for good reason. The five-time major winner already completed the career Grand Slam earlier this year at Augusta and has notched multiple top-five finishes since, but he’s still chasing Scottie Scheffler in the FedEx Cup standings. McIlroy has always played well in Canada, winning back-to-back RBC Canadian Opens in 2019 and 2022, and his familiarity with the tournament atmosphere and expectations will serve him well. TPC Toronto suits his game: wide fairways for aggressive driving and demanding greens that reward touch and trajectory. With the U.S. Open just a week away, McIlroy will be eager to sharpen his scoring clubs and build confidence as he eyes another marquee summer stretch.
Ludvig Aberg – Trying to Find His Game Again
Ludvig Aberg burst out of the gates in early 2025, quickly climbing the FedEx Cup rankings with a string of top-10 finishes and a win at the Genesis Invitational. However, his momentum has cooled in recent months, as Aberg has struggled to maintain consistency with his putting and short game. Now ranked just inside the FedEx Cup’s top-30, he arrives in Canada looking to reset before the season’s next major. TPC Toronto could be just what he needs; its layout suits his strengths off the tee, and if he can rediscover the iron play that vaulted him into early-season conversations, Aberg could bounce back in a big way. For a player with Ryder Cup and international stardom aspirations, this week offers a valuable chance to regain his footing.
Canadians to Watch – Homegrown Talent in the Spotlight
Corey Conners
Corey Conners enters the RBC Canadian Open as Canada’s highest-ranked golfer, currently sitting at 21st in the Official World Golf Ranking. He’s had a quietly impressive season, highlighted by top-25 finishes in 10 of 14 starts and a solo third-place finish at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Known for his elite ball-striking and composed demeanor, Conners thrives on courses that reward precision over power, making TPC Toronto an ideal fit. As one of Canada’s best hopes to win this event for the first time since 2023, Conners will enjoy tremendous crowd support and carry the weight of national expectations. If his putter cooperates, he’ll be a major factor this week.
Nick Taylor
Nick Taylor will always be remembered for his electric eagle putt that won the 2023 RBC Canadian Open in a playoff, ending a decades-long drought for Canadian champions. Since then, Taylor has continued to rise, currently ranked 32nd in the world with a strong 2025 campaign that includes multiple top-15 finishes and a win at the Sony Open in Hawai. His putting remains a weapon, and he’s proven time and again that he thrives under pressure. Taylor’s experience and emotional connection to this event make him a dangerous player when momentum starts to build. Expect him to feed off the home crowd and contend deep into the weekend.
Taylor Pendrith
Big-hitting Taylor Pendrith is on a heater, having recently posted a T5 finish at the PGA Championship and cracked the top 40 in the OWGR, currently sitting at 36th. Pendrith’s driver is one of the longest and most consistent on Tour, and if he finds fairways at TPC Toronto, he’ll be attacking pins all week. He’s shown steady improvement throughout 2025 and is beginning to emerge as more than just a dark horse contender. A win on home soil would be career-defining and could vault him into the upper tier of the FedEx Cup standings. With confidence peaking, Pendrith is one to watch very closely.
Mackenzie Hughes
Mackenzie Hughes rounds out the quartet of top-50 Canadians hoping to thrill the home crowd. Ranked at exactly 50th in the world, Hughes has leaned on his creativity and clutch putting to stay competitive despite a slightly uneven 2025 campaign. TPC Toronto suits his short game finesse and requires the kind of scrambling ability he’s known for. He’s the type of player who could quietly hang around the top 10 all week and suddenly make a Saturday or Sunday move. Hughes may not be the flashiest name in the field, but in front of a home crowd, he’s never to be overlooked.
Final Thoughts
The RBC Canadian Open is more than just another stop on the PGA Tour, it’s a celebration of golf’s deep roots in the north and a moment of national pride for Canadian fans. With Robert MacIntyre defending, Rory McIlroy surging, and several Canadian hopefuls eyeing glory, the stage is set for a dramatic and emotional week in Ontario. TPC Toronto’s distinctive layout, paired with ideal early-summer conditions, should create a compelling blend of strategy, shot-making, and Sunday pressure. Whether it’s a fan favorite reclaiming glory, a young star bouncing back, or a hometown hero rising to the occasion, there’s no shortage of storylines. One thing is certain: the RBC Canadian Open is poised to deliver another memorable chapter in the 2025 season.
