2026 Travelers Championship ā Round 1: Eric Cole Leads, Scheffler One Back
Key Questions
Who leads the 2026 Travelers Championship after Round 1?
Eric Cole leads with an opening-round 63, one shot ahead of Scottie Scheffler who carded a 64. The event features a no-cut format.
How did Brian Harman perform in Round 1 of the Travelers Championship?
Brian Harman had a wild round that included a hole-out eagle and seven birdies. He remains in contention on the packed leaderboard.
Is Rory McIlroy competing in the Travelers Championship?
Rory McIlroy is not in the field for this week's event. Wyndham Clark and Keegan Bradley are among the notable players participating.
What human-interest moments were noted at the Travelers Championship?
Scottie Scheffler's son Bennett was seen on the range, and Cameron Young watched Scheffler and Burns finish their rounds with family. Scheffler is playing his first tournament start in his 30s.
What changes did Matt Fitzpatrick make for the Travelers Championship?
Matt Fitzpatrick put a new driver in play after ranking T60 in driving accuracy at the U.S. Open. A packed leaderboard emerged after Round 1.
Eric Cole opened with a 63 to lead by one over Scottie Scheffler, who shot 64. Brian Harman had a wild round with hole-out eagle and 7 birdies. Rory McIlroy is not in the field. Wyndham Clark, Keegan Bradley are playing. Tournament features a no-cut format. Human-interest moments include Scheffler's son Bennett on the range and Cameron Young watching Scheffler and Burns finish.