BMW Championship Begins at Castle Pines Golf Club

The BMW Championship, part of the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup Playoffs, is taking place at Castle Pines Golf Club in Colorado, featuring a 50-man field vying for a spot in the Tour Championship. Scottie Scheffler is the betting favorite, with Xander Schauffele and other top players, including Rory McIlroy and Collin Morikawa, also making headlines. This year's course marks the first time the PGA Tour plays a course over 8,000 yards, with Castle Pines set at a par of 72 and playing at an altitude that affects shot distance. The tournament is expected to draw around 30,000 spectators daily, prompting increased traffic and road closures in the area. Additionally, the event is significant as it returns to Castle Pines after an 18-year hiatus since the International concluded in 2006. With its challenging layout and high elevation, players face unique conditions that could impact their performance.