The 2026 edition of the RBC Heritage is shaping up to be one of the strongest fields of the PGA Tour season, blending elite talent, rising stars, and key sponsor exemptions. Held annually at Harbour Town Golf Links, the event continues to attract a deep roster of players thanks to its elevated status and unique course demands.
This yearâs field reflects the evolving structure of the PGA Tour, where multiple qualification pathways create a diverse and competitive lineup. From major champions to breakthrough winners, the mix ensures that Hilton Head will once again be a proving ground for precision and shot-making.
Full RBC Heritage Field
Here is the full list of players scheduled to compete in the RBC Heritage, per PGA Tour:
Justin Rose (out, W/D)
Michael Thorbjornsen (in)
Billy Horschel (in, sponsor exemption)
Marco Penge (in, sponsor exemption)
Wyndham Clark (in, sponsor exemption)
Top 50 on prior year’s FedExCup points list
Fleetwood, Tommy
Henley, Russell
Cantlay, Patrick
Scheffler, Scottie
Young, Cameron
Conners, Corey
Thomas, Justin
Burns, Sam
Bradley, Keegan
Gotterup, Chris
Griffin, Ben
Hovland, Viktor
Harman, Brian
Bhatia, Akshay
English, Harris
Lowry, Shane
Hall, Harry
MacIntyre, Robert
Morikawa, Collin
Taylor, Nick
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berg, Ludvig
Rose, Justin
McNealy, Maverick
Spaun, J.J.
Novak, Andrew
Bridgeman, Jacob
Im, Sungjae
Straka, Sepp
Kim, Michael
Fowler, Rickie
Pendrith, Taylor
Fitzpatrick, Matt
Kitayama, Kurt
Glover, Lucas
Kim, Si Woo
Stevens, Sam
Gerard, Ryan
McCarthy, Denny
Day, Jason
Schauffele, Xander
Fox, Ryan
Berger, Daniel
Campbell, Brian
Cauley, Bud
Hoge, Tom
Poston, J.T.
Vegas, Jhonattan
Tournament winners from the 2025 PGA TOUR Season
Brennan, Michael
Fisk, Steven
Higgo, Garrick
Highsmith, Joe
Lee, Min Woo
Mouw, William
Potgieter, Aldrich
Schenk, Adam
Valimaki, Sami
Vilips, Karl
Aon Swing 5
Lipsky, David
Wallace, Matt
Blanchet, Chandler
Smith, Jordan
Keefer, Johnny
Sponsor exemption
Finau, Tony
Homa, Max
Top 30 OWGR â PGA TOUR member
Alex Noren
Current FedExCup points list
Spieth, Jordan
Smotherman, Austin
Putnam, Andrew
McCarty, Matt
Thorbjornsen, Michael
Justin Rose Withdraws Following Masters Upset
One of the most notable late changes to the RBC Heritage field came with the withdrawal of Justin Rose. The decision follows an emotional week at The Masters Tournament, where Rose found himself in contention deep into Sunday before ultimately falling short and finishing in a tie for third.
“[It was a] chance that got away, obviously. I was by no means kind of free and clear and was nowhere kind of close to having the job done, but I was right in position,” Rose said. “The mentality was to run through the finish line â not just try and get it done. I was playing great, but just momentum shifted for me around the Amen Corner.”
Roseâs absence opens the door for Michael Thorbjornsen, who steps into the field for what will be his third Signature Event appearance of the season. The young American has already gained valuable experience in elevated events, including starts at Pebble Beach and Bay Hill.
Rose’s withdrawal also continues a recent trend, as he opted out of this event last year under similar circumstances following a difficult Masters finish. While his absence removes a seasoned contender from the field, the tournament remains stacked with talent. Notably, Rory McIlroy is also not in the field, choosing to rest after his Masters victory.
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