2013 Canadian Open Golf
The 2013 Canadian Open has concluded at the Glen Abbey Golf Club July 22-28, 2013 in Oakville, Ontario for the 26th time.
Brandt Snedeker finished first in the tournament at 16 under par followed by Matt Kuchar, Jason Bohn, Dustin Johnson and William McGirt all at -13 under.
Mark Wilson, John Merrick and Roberto Castro all finished at -12 under par while Jim Furyk and Aaron Baddeley came in at -11.
Previous standindings leading up to the final score included:
As of Sunday morning, Brandt Snedeker (-14 through friday) was sitting out front just one stroke better than David Lingmerth and two up on Matt Kuchar and Jason Bohn who were not far behind.
Phil Mickelson of the U.S.A. previously took an early lead Thursday with Henrik Stenson, Ian Poulter and Adam Scott not far behind. Tiger woods was then tied for 6th place (Thurs. morning standings). Previously, "Tiger Woods shot a 3-over 74 on Sunday to finish five behind champion Phil Mickelson."
This year many notable players are present including Vijay Singh, Camilo Villegas, Scott Piercy (defending champ), Matt Kuchar, Brandt Snedeker, Graeme McDowell,two-time Canadian Open champion Jim Furyk, Ernie Els, Hunter Mahan and Luke Donald.
Canadian golfers playing this year include Mike Weir, Graham DeLaet, David Hearn, Brad Fritsch and Stephen Ames.
Previously, Sean O’Hair defeated Kris Blanks in a one-hole playoff to win the 2011 RBC Canadian Open that took place at the Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club in Vancouver.
For 2012, the Canadian Open was held at the Harry Colt designed course at the Hamilton Golf & Country Club in Hamilton, Ontario.
The next 2014 Canadian Open will be held at Royal Montreal Golf Club in Ile Bizard, Quebec from July 21-27, 2014.
RBC Canadian Open 2013
This summer, the 2013 RBC Canadian Open returned to Glen Abbey Golf Club. Golfers experienced great July weather, perfect for this competion. The Abbey and the Canadian Open share a special connection in Canadian golf. Golf Canada is the governing body of golf in Canada, representing more than 340,000 members at close to 1,500 clubs across the country.
Glen Abbey has hosted more Canadian Open golf than any other golf course in Canada. (this was the 26th time)
