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The 2026 RBC Heritage was played from April 16 to April 19 on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. It was the fourth PGA TOUR Signature Event of the season and used an expanded 82-player field with no cut. Fitzpatrick earned $3.6 million from the $20 million purse and collected 700 FedExCup points for the win.
| RBC Heritage 2026 Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dates | April 16-19, 2026 |
| Tournament week | April 13-19, 2026 |
| Venue | Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina |
| Course | Par 71, 7,243 yards |
| Winner | Matt Fitzpatrick |
| Winning score | 18-under 266, won in a playoff |
| Runner-up | Scottie Scheffler, 18-under 266 |
| Field | 82 players, no cut |
| Purse | $20 million |
| Winner payout | $3.6 million |
| FedExCup points | 700 to the winner |
| Defending champion | Justin Thomas |
Who Won the RBC Heritage 2026?
Matt Fitzpatrick won the RBC Heritage for the second time, adding the 2026 title to his 2023 victory at Harbour Town. He started the week with a 65, then moved into the lead with a bogey-free 63 in the second round. A third-round 68 took him to 17-under and gave him a three-shot advantage over Scottie Scheffler going into Sunday.
Fitzpatrick opened the final round with two early birdies and remained in control for most of the day. Scheffler stayed patient and made late birdies at the 15th and 16th. Fitzpatrick then bogeyed the 18th in regulation, leaving both players tied at 18-under.
They returned to the 18th for the first playoff hole. Fitzpatrick hit a 4-iron from 204 yards to about 13 feet and converted the birdie putt. Scheffler could only make par, giving Fitzpatrick his fourth PGA TOUR title and his second RBC Heritage win.
RBC Heritage 2026 Final Leaderboard
| Position | Player | Score | FedExCup Points | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matt Fitzpatrick | -18 (266) | 700 | $3,600,000 |
| 2 | Scottie Scheffler | -18 (266) | 400 | $2,160,000 |
| 3 | Si Woo Kim | -16 (268) | 350 | $1,360,000 |
| T4 | Collin Morikawa | -13 (271) | 300 | $823,333.33 |
| T4 | Harris English | -13 (271) | 300 | $823,333.33 |
| T4 | Ludvig Åberg | -13 (271) | 300 | $823,333.33 |
| 7 | Bud Cauley | -12 (272) | 225 | $665,000 |
| T8 | Rickie Fowler | -11 (273) | 163.75 | $555,000 |
| T8 | Kurt Kitayama | -11 (273) | 163.75 | $555,000 |
| T8 | Patrick Cantlay | -11 (273) | 163.75 | $555,000 |
| T8 | Gary Woodland | -11 (273) | 163.75 | $555,000 |
For the full final standings and scorecards, see the official PGA TOUR RBC Heritage leaderboard.
RBC Heritage 2026 Round-by-Round Results
| Date | Round | Key Result |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, April 16 | Round 1 | Ludvig Åberg opened with an 8-under 63. Viktor Hovland and Harris English were one shot behind, while Fitzpatrick started with a 65. |
| Friday, April 17 | Round 2 | Fitzpatrick shot a bogey-free 63 to reach 14-under and take a one-shot lead over Hovland. |
| Saturday, April 18 | Round 3 | Fitzpatrick carded a 68 to reach 17-under. Scheffler's 64 moved him into second at 14-under. |
| Sunday, April 19 | Final Round | Fitzpatrick shot 70 and Scheffler 67. They tied at 18-under before Fitzpatrick won with birdie on the first playoff hole. |
Harbour Town Golf Links After the 2025 Restoration
The 2026 RBC Heritage was the first edition played after Harbour Town's major restoration. Davis Love III and Love Golf Design worked to bring the course closer to Pete Dye's original design while improving playing conditions and long-term maintenance.
The work included rebuilding all greens, bunkers and bulkheads. New tees on the 1st, 6th and 18th holes helped stretch the official scorecard to 7,243 yards. The course remained a par 71, with its narrow lines, small greens, trees and strategic angles still demanding accurate approach play rather than simply rewarding distance.
RBC Heritage 2026 Field and Qualifying
The 2026 field was larger than the usual minimum size for a Signature Event. Harbour Town hosted 82 qualifiers after the cancellation of The Sentry created an extra eligibility route for PGA TOUR winners from the previous calendar year. The tournament had no cut, so players who completed the event played all four rounds.
The field included world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, defending champion Justin Thomas, Tommy Fleetwood, Cameron Young, Ludvig Åberg, Collin Morikawa, Viktor Hovland, Xander Schauffele and Fitzpatrick. Places were filled through categories including the previous season's top 50 in FedExCup points, PGA TOUR winners, the Aon Next 10, the Aon Swing 5 and sponsor exemptions.
If you want a simple explanation of how elite events and player rankings connect, see the Druids guide to world rankings in golf.
Key Moments from the 2026 RBC Heritage
- Åberg sets the early pace: Ludvig Åberg opened with an 8-under 63 to lead after Thursday.
- Fitzpatrick takes control: His second-round 63 moved him to 14-under and into the lead.
- Scheffler charges on Saturday: A 64 cut Fitzpatrick's advantage to three shots before the final round.
- Late Sunday swing: Scheffler birdied the 15th and 16th, while Fitzpatrick's bogey at the 18th forced a playoff.
- One playoff hole decides it: Fitzpatrick's 4-iron approach finished about 13 feet from the cup, and he converted the birdie to win.
- Another Harbour Town playoff: The 2026 finish marked the fourth time in five years that the RBC Heritage needed extra holes.
RBC Heritage 2026 Prize Money and FedExCup Points
The total purse was $20 million. Fitzpatrick earned $3.6 million and 700 FedExCup points, while runner-up Scottie Scheffler received $2.16 million and 400 points. Si Woo Kim earned $1.36 million and 350 points for finishing third.
The win moved Fitzpatrick up the FedExCup standings after another strong result in 2026. For more major tournament coverage from the same season, see the Druids PGA Championship 2026 guide.
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RBC Heritage 2026 Tickets and Spectator Information
The 2026 tournament is complete, so tickets for that edition are no longer on sale. Tournament week ran from April 13 to April 19, with official competition from Thursday to Sunday. For future ticket releases and hospitality packages, visitors should use the official RBC Heritage ticket page rather than old resale or unofficial ticket links.
The tournament's official site now lists the 2027 RBC Heritage for April 12-18, 2027. Anyone planning a future visit should check the official spectator page for current parking, entry and shuttle information because these details can change each year.
How the RBC Heritage 2026 Was Broadcast
In the United States, Golf Channel carried coverage from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET on Thursday and Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, Golf Channel covered 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM ET before CBS and Paramount+ took over from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET. PGA TOUR LIVE streamed on ESPN+ throughout the tournament.
In the UK, the tournament was shown on Sky Sports Golf, with coverage beginning at 12:00 PM on each day of the event. Post-event highlights are available through PGA TOUR and Sky Sports coverage pages.
RBC Heritage 2026 FAQs
Who won the RBC Heritage 2026?
Matt Fitzpatrick won after defeating Scottie Scheffler on the first playoff hole.
What was the winning score at the RBC Heritage 2026?
Fitzpatrick and Scheffler both finished regulation at 18-under 266. Fitzpatrick then won with a birdie on the first playoff hole.
Where was the RBC Heritage 2026 played?
The tournament was played at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
When was the RBC Heritage 2026?
The four tournament rounds were played from April 16 to April 19, 2026. Tournament week ran from April 13 to April 19.
How many players were in the RBC Heritage 2026 field?
The 2026 field had 82 players. It was an expanded Signature Event field and there was no halfway cut.
How much did Matt Fitzpatrick win?
Fitzpatrick earned $3.6 million from the $20 million total purse.
How many FedExCup points did the winner receive?
Matt Fitzpatrick received 700 FedExCup points.
Did the RBC Heritage 2026 have a cut?
No. The RBC Heritage was one of the 2026 Signature Events played without a cut.
What changed at Harbour Town before the 2026 tournament?
The course underwent a major restoration after the 2025 event. Greens, bunkers and bulkheads were rebuilt, and new tees helped extend the official scorecard to 7,243 yards.