Henley clinches Schwab Classic after late birdie streak
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- Russell Henley birdied the final three holes of regulation to force a playoff with Eric Cole, then birdied the first extra hole with a five‑footer to clinch the Charles Schwab Classic.
- Russell Henley earned $1.78 million (£1.32 million) for his sixth PGA Tour title, plus the traditional plaid jacket and a customized 1982 Jeep Scrambler.
- Eric Cole shot an even‑par 70, parred the final seven holes (eight including the playoff), and missed a 13‑foot birdie putt on the playoff hole, finishing runner‑up in his 120th PGA Tour start.
- Ben Griffin finished one stroke behind the leaders, missing the chance to become the only player besides Ben Hogan to win consecutive tournaments at Colonial.
- Playoff – on the extra 18th, Henley's drive and approach landed first, while Cole's ball bounced through left rough; Cole missed a 13‑foot birdie putt and Henley sank a five‑footer to win.
Why it matters: Henley gains $1.78 million and a tour title, boosting his earnings and ranking; Cole misses his first win after 120 starts, delaying his career breakthrough and the Tour sees a fresh champion.
