RBC Heritage Returns to Hilton Head Island
RBC Continues Sponsorship Despite Uncertain Future of Professional Golf
RBC Heritage Field Limited to 69 Players
The RBC Heritage is set to tee off on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, this week, with RBC returning as the tournament's sponsor for at least this year. The PGA TOUR event, which is hosted annually at the Harbour Town Golf Links, has been without a title sponsor since 2011 when RBC stepped in.
Last year, the RBC Heritage field expanded to 150 players, an increase from the previous high of 132. However, this year's field has been limited to 70 players due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Viktor Hovland has withdrawn from the tournament due to injury, leaving the field at 69 players.
The future of professional golf is uncertain as the PGA TOUR continues to grapple with the impact of the pandemic. However, RBC's continued sponsorship of the RBC Heritage is a sign that the company remains committed to the sport. The tournament is an important event for Hilton Head Island and the surrounding area, and it is expected to draw a large crowd this year.
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