Historical Significance of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open
Golf’s biggest names have gathered at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley and will compete from June 5th to 8th, 2025, in Canada’s national championship, the RBC Canadian Open . As the world’s third-oldest continuously played tournament on the PGA Tour, the Canadian Open has great historical significance in golf. RBC Canadian Open’s Rich History Since 1904, the event has drawn legends. Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Greg Norman, Tiger Woods, Nick Price, and Rory McIlroy have all won the tournament. Fans and players respect the tournament for its prestige, and it was nicknamed “the fifth major” for good reason. The tournament’s rich history stretches across 121 years. It continued through the Great Depression, paused only for the world wars and the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the organizers have chosen a new home for the tournament in 2025, favouring the North Course at TPC Toronto. Architect Ian Andrew and consultant Doug Carrick redesigned the layout to match modern tour standa...