Russell Henley secured victory at the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge held at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas, by birdieing the first playoff hole against Eric Cole on June 1, 2026 [1, 2]. Henley came from behind by birdieing the final three holes of the final round to tie Cole at 12-under par and force the playoff [1, 2]. He finished the back nine with a 31 and was noted for aggressive play down the stretch [1, 2].
The win marked Henley’s sixth PGA Tour victory and his first of the 2026 season [1, 2]. It also pushed his career PGA Tour earnings past $50 million [1]. Henley, aged 37, demonstrated resilience and clutch performance to claim the title.
Eric Cole, also 37, lost in the playoff for the second time after previously falling short against Chris Kirk in a similar situation [1, 2]. Despite not clinching his first PGA Tour win, Cole earned over $1 million from his finish at the event [1].
Before the tournament, odds had favored players including Ludvig Aberg (+1000), Russell Henley (+2000), Robert McIntyre (+2050), Rickie Fowler (+2400), and Justin Thomas (+2500) [1]. Henley’s comeback run proved those odds were well-founded.
Henley is now considered a strong contender in upcoming tournaments such as the Memorial and the US Open [1]. The PGA Tour calendar offers further chances for him to add to his career win total.
The Charles Schwab Challenge showcased Henley’s ability to perform under pressure and emerge victorious in close competition, cementing his status among the tour’s top players.
