{"id":48693,"date":"2026-08-07T13:46:45","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T08:16:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/?p=48693"},"modified":"2026-08-07T13:46:45","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T08:16:45","slug":"the-bahamas-golf-classic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/","title":{"rendered":"The Bahamas Golf Classic 2026: Winner, Results &#038; Prize Money"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bahamas Golf Classic is the official season-opening event on the Korn Ferry Tour. The 2026 edition ran from January 11 to January 14 at the Ocean Club Golf Course on Paradise Island. American golfer Taylor Dickson won the title with a record-breaking score of 27-under par. The tournament carried a $1,000,000 purse, and it also marked a rough week for rising star <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/frankie-capan-iii\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Frankie Capan III<\/a>, who missed the 36-hole cut. Below, you will find every detail about the 2026 results, the course, membership pricing, and how everyday golfers can experience the event.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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The Bahamas Golf Classic in 2026?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Key_Highlights_From_Dicksons_Win\" >Key Highlights From Dickson&#8217;s Win<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#2026_Final_Results_Snapshot\" >2026 Final Results Snapshot<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#What_Is_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic\" >What Is The Bahamas Golf Classic?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Why_This_Event_Stands_Out\" >Why This Event Stands Out<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Tournament_Overview_and_Format\" >Tournament Overview and Format<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#The_Venue\" >The Venue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Course_Format\" >Course Format<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Why_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_Matters_for_the_Tour\" >Why The Bahamas Golf Classic Matters for the Tour<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Recent_Past_Champions_of_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic\" >Recent Past Champions of The Bahamas Golf Classic<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#What_This_Scoring_Trend_Tells_Us\" >What This Scoring Trend Tells Us<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Frankie_Capan_III_at_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_2026\" >Frankie Capan III at The Bahamas Golf Classic 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Frankie_Capan_III_Round-by-Round_Performance\" >Frankie Capan III Round-by-Round Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Context_Behind_Frankie_Capan_IIIs_Season_Start\" >Context Behind Frankie Capan III&#8217;s Season Start<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Quick_Snapshot_Frankie_Capan_IIIs_2026_Season_Opener\" >Quick Snapshot: Frankie Capan III&#8217;s 2026 Season Opener<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Ocean_Club_Golf_Course_Membership_Costs\" >Ocean Club Golf Course Membership Costs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Membership_Cost_Breakdown\" >Membership Cost Breakdown<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Points_to_Remember_About_Membership\" >Points to Remember About Membership<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Alternative_Ways_to_Play_or_Experience_the_Course\" >Alternative Ways to Play or Experience the Course<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Daily_Guest_Green_Fees\" >Daily Guest Green Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Tournament_Pro-Am_Entry\" >Tournament Pro-Am Entry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#National_Federation_Membership\" >National Federation Membership<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Comparing_Your_Options\" >Comparing Your Options<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Who_won_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_in_2026\" >Who won The Bahamas Golf Classic in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Where_is_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_played\" >Where is The Bahamas Golf Classic played?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#How_did_Frankie_Capan_III_perform_at_the_2026_event\" >How did Frankie Capan III perform at the 2026 event?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#What_is_the_total_prize_money_for_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic\" >What is the total prize money for The Bahamas Golf Classic?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Can_the_public_play_the_course_that_hosts_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic\" >Can the public play the course that hosts The Bahamas Golf Classic?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#How_much_does_full_membership_cost_at_the_Ocean_Club_Golf_Course\" >How much does full membership cost at the Ocean Club Golf Course?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Why_does_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_matter_for_Korn_Ferry_Tour_players\" >Why does The Bahamas Golf Classic matter for Korn Ferry Tour players?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/the-bahamas-golf-classic\/#Can_amateurs_play_alongside_professionals_during_the_tournament\" >Can amateurs play alongside professionals during the tournament?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Facts\"><\/span><b>Quick Facts\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Category<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tournament Name<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bahamas Golf Classic at Atlantis Paradise Island<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Former Name<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tour<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Korn Ferry Tour<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2026 Dates<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">January 11 to January 14, 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Venue<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ocean Club Golf Course, Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course Designer<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tom Weiskopf<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Par<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">72<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yardage<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7,159 yards<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fairway Type<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paspalum<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rough Type<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warm Season Mix Bermudagrass<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total Purse<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,000,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winner&#8217;s Share<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$180,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2026 Champion<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taylor Dickson (-27, 261)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2026 Runner-Up<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roger Sloan (-24, 264)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Format<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">72-hole stroke play with a 36-hole cut<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Points to Winner<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">500 Korn Ferry Tour points<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PGA Tour Cards Available<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20, awarded at season end<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Won_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_in_2026\"><\/span><b>Who Won The Bahamas Golf Classic in 2026?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-48695 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/bahamas_kft_dickson-scaled.avif\" alt=\"The Bahamas Golf Classic 2026: Winner, Results &amp; Prize Money\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/bahamas_kft_dickson-scaled.avif 2560w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/bahamas_kft_dickson-300x169.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/bahamas_kft_dickson-1024x576.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/bahamas_kft_dickson-768x432.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/bahamas_kft_dickson-1536x864.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/bahamas_kft_dickson-2048x1152.avif 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taylor Dickson took home his third Korn Ferry Tour win at the 2026 Bahamas Golf Classic. He also set a new record in 72-hole scoring of the event when he won by 27 under par, or a total of 261 strokes. The victory put him in a very exclusive club, as he was only the second Korn Ferry Tour player to ever win without a single bogey on his scorecard. This kind of consistency is not typical, and this instantly made his performance one of the hot topics of conversation of the new season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roger Sloan also followed Dickson by two strokes, in second place at 24-under par. Even though he was not able to catch the leader, the 264 mark was a decent score as he headed to the rest of the Korn Ferry Tour.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Highlights_From_Dicksons_Win\"><\/span><b>Key Highlights From Dickson&#8217;s Win<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Third career Korn Ferry Tour title<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New 72-hole scoring record of 261 (27-under par)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only the second bogey-free winner in tour history<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earned $180,000 as the winner&#8217;s share<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collected 500 points toward PGA Tour card qualification<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2026_Final_Results_Snapshot\"><\/span><b>2026 Final Results Snapshot<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Position<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Player<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Score<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Total Strokes<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1st<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taylor Dickson<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-27<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">261<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2nd<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roger Sloan<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-24<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">264<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a class=\"eael-grid-post-link\" title=\"Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club: Location, Courses &amp; Stay\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/innisbrook-resort-and-golf-club\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club: Location, Courses &amp; Stay<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic\"><\/span><b>What Is The Bahamas Golf Classic?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bahamas Golf Classic at Atlantis Paradise Island is the seedling of the Korn Ferry Tour. Once known as The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic, it was shifted to its current format at the Ocean Club Golf Course. The tournament is the jumpstart of the new competitive season yearly and the players are given the first shot at Korn Ferry Tour points.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bahamas Golf Classic, being the first event of the year, is loaded with a little more weight as golfers are competing to win a PGA Tour card. A good performance here will provide a good beginning of the entire year as compared to a bad performance, where the players will have to gain back the points almost immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_Event_Stands_Out\"><\/span><b>Why This Event Stands Out<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opens the entire Korn Ferry Tour season<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Held at a resort-caliber course rarely open to the public<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offers one of the largest purses among early-season events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attracts both established veterans and PGA Tour hopefuls<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tournament_Overview_and_Format\"><\/span><b>Tournament Overview and Format<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Venue\"><\/span><b>The Venue<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Ocean Club Golf Course hosts The Bahamas Golf Classic every year on Paradise Island in the Bahamas. Tom Weiskopf designed the layout, and it stretches across 7,159 yards as a par-72 track. The course uses Paspalum fairways, which handle the tropical climate well and stay firm even in humid conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Course_Format\"><\/span><b>Course Format<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The event follows a standard 72-hole stroke play format. There is a 36-hole cut after the second round, meaning only the top scorers continue into the weekend. This format rewards early consistency, since players who stumble in the first two rounds have no chance to recover.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Format Detail<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total Holes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">72 (four rounds of 18)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut Line<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After 36 holes (Round 2)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scoring Type<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stroke play<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weather Average<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around 83\u00b0F during tournament week<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_Matters_for_the_Tour\"><\/span><b>Why The Bahamas Golf Classic Matters for the Tour<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bahamas Golf Classic hands out 500 points to the champion. Those points matter enormously, because only the top 20 players on the season-long Korn Ferry Tour points list earn a PGA Tour card. Since this event opens the season, every point picked up here carries forward for the rest of the year, giving winners like Taylor Dickson a valuable head start.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_Past_Champions_of_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic\"><\/span><b>Recent Past Champions of The Bahamas Golf Classic<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking back at recent winners shows how competitive this event has become. Scores keep dropping every year, and 2026 proved that trend with Dickson&#8217;s record 27-under performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Year<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Champion<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Score<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taylor Dickson<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-27<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hank Lebioda<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-18<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2024<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jeremy Paul<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-17<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2023<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chandler Phillips<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-14<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2022<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Akshay Bhatia<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-14<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notice how the winning margin has grown sharper each year. Course conditions, player form, and equipment improvements have all pushed scores lower, and Dickson&#8217;s 2026 win now stands as the new benchmark for future champions of The Bahamas Golf Classic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_This_Scoring_Trend_Tells_Us\"><\/span><b>What This Scoring Trend Tells Us<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winning scores dropped from -14 in 2022 to -27 in 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course setup has stayed largely consistent, so player performance is improving<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Future champions may need to shoot deep into the 20s under par to win<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frankie_Capan_III_at_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_2026\"><\/span><b>Frankie Capan III at The Bahamas Golf Classic 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not every storyline from the 2026 tournament involved celebration. Frankie Capan III arrived at The Bahamas Golf Classic hoping to build early momentum for his season, but he ultimately missed the 36-hole cut.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frankie_Capan_III_Round-by-Round_Performance\"><\/span><b>Frankie Capan III Round-by-Round Performance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Round<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Score<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Result<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Round 1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">66 (-6)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong opening round<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Round 2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">73 (+1)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dropped below cut line<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">139 (-5)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missed cut<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capan opened with an error-free 66 that put him near the top of the leaderboard after day one. However, his second round unraveled quickly, and a 1-over 73 sent him tumbling below an unusually low cut line. Since so many players posted low scores that week, even a 5-under total was not enough to survive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Context_Behind_Frankie_Capan_IIIs_Season_Start\"><\/span><b>Context Behind Frankie Capan III&#8217;s Season Start<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frankie Capan III is coming off a difficult rookie season on the PGA Tour, where he finished outside the top 125 in the standings. That result sent him back down to the Korn Ferry Tour for 2026. The Bahamas Golf Classic marked his first event of the year, and it kicked off his campaign to reclaim full PGA Tour status by 2027.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Snapshot_Frankie_Capan_IIIs_2026_Season_Opener\"><\/span><b>Quick Snapshot: Frankie Capan III&#8217;s 2026 Season Opener<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hometown: North Oaks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age: 26<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prior Status: PGA Tour rookie in 2025, finished outside top 125<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2026 Goal: Reclaim full PGA Tour status for 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Result at The Bahamas Golf Classic: Missed cut at 5-under par<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the missed cut was a setback, it is only one event out of many in a long season, and players often use early struggles as motivation for the months ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ocean_Club_Golf_Course_Membership_Costs\"><\/span><b>Ocean Club Golf Course Membership Costs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many golf fans who watch The Bahamas Golf Classic on television later ask what it costs to play the same course. The Ocean Club Golf Course offers full membership, though the price tag is steep.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Membership_Cost_Breakdown\"><\/span><b>Membership Cost Breakdown<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Item<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cost<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initiation Fee<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$90,000 (50% refundable) + 10% VAT<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual Dues<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8,600 + 10% VAT<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food &amp; Beverage Minimum<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,200 annually + 10% VAT<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The initiation fee sits at $90,000, though half of that amount is refundable under club policy. Annual dues add another $8,600, and members must also meet a yearly food and beverage minimum of $1,200. Every one of these charges carries an additional 10% VAT on top of the base price.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Points_to_Remember_About_Membership\"><\/span><b>Points to Remember About Membership<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Half of the initiation fee is refundable, unlike most private clubs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual dues are billed separately from the food and beverage minimum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VAT applies to every category, so budget an extra 10% on top of listed prices<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternative_Ways_to_Play_or_Experience_the_Course\"><\/span><b>Alternative Ways to Play or Experience the Course<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not everyone wants a full membership, and thankfully, there are other ways to enjoy the same course that hosts The Bahamas Golf Classic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daily_Guest_Green_Fees\"><\/span><b>Daily Guest Green Fees<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-members and resort guests can book individual tee times without joining the club.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Tee Time<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning (before 1:00 PM)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$299 + tax<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afternoon<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$259 + tax<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Premium Club Rentals<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$85 + tax<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Afternoon tee times offer better value for budget-conscious visitors, since the price drops by $40 compared to morning slots.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tournament_Pro-Am_Entry\"><\/span><b>Tournament Pro-Am Entry<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Golf fans who want to play alongside the professionals during tournament week can register for the Pro-Am.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Package<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Resort Housing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5,250<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without Accommodations<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$3,250<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This option gives amateur players a rare chance to tee it up on the same fairways used during The Bahamas Golf Classic, right before the professional field takes over.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Federation_Membership\"><\/span><b>National Federation Membership<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those who live locally or visit the islands often, the Bahamas Golf Federation offers a standard adult membership for $150 per year. This option unlocks broader access benefits across courses in the Bahamas, and it costs far less than a private club membership.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparing_Your_Options\"><\/span><b>Comparing Your Options<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Option<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Best For<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Approximate Cost<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full Club Membership<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent, long-term golfers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$90,000 initiation + $8,600 yearly<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daily Guest Green Fee<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Occasional visitors and tourists<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$259 to $299 per round<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro-Am Entry<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fans wanting to play with pros<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$3,250 to $5,250<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Federation Membership<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local island residents<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$150 per year<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bahamas Golf Classic remains one of the most important events on the Korn Ferry Tour calendar, since it opens the season and sets the tone for players chasing a PGA Tour card. In 2026, Taylor Dickson delivered a historic performance, finishing 27-under par to claim his third career title and set a new scoring record at the Ocean Club Golf Course. Meanwhile, Frankie Capan III faced a tougher road, missing the cut despite a promising start, as he works his way back toward full PGA Tour status. Whether you follow The Bahamas Golf Classic for the competition, the course, or the chance to play it yourself through green fees or Pro-Am entry, this tournament continues to be a standout fixture in professional golf for 2026 and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Read More: <a class=\"eael-grid-post-link\" title=\"Best Golf Courses in Wisconsin: Where to Play in 2026\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/best-golf-courses-in-wisconsin-top\/\">Best Golf Courses in Wisconsin: Where to Play in 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_won_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_in_2026\"><\/span>Who won The Bahamas Golf Classic in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taylor Dickson won the 2026 event, finishing at 27-under par with a total score of 261, which set a new tournament scoring record.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_played\"><\/span>Where is The Bahamas Golf Classic played?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tournament is held at the Ocean Club Golf Course at Atlantis on Paradise Island in the Bahamas, a par-72 course designed by Tom Weiskopf.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_did_Frankie_Capan_III_perform_at_the_2026_event\"><\/span>How did Frankie Capan III perform at the 2026 event?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frankie Capan III missed the 36-hole cut after opening with a 66 in round one, followed by a 73 in round two, finishing at 5-under par overall.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_total_prize_money_for_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic\"><\/span>What is the total prize money for The Bahamas Golf Classic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tournament offers a total purse of $1,000,000, with the champion earning $180,000.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_the_public_play_the_course_that_hosts_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic\"><\/span>Can the public play the course that hosts The Bahamas Golf Classic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, Resort guests and non-members can book daily tee times, with morning rounds priced at $299 plus tax and afternoon rounds at $259 plus tax.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_full_membership_cost_at_the_Ocean_Club_Golf_Course\"><\/span>How much does full membership cost at the Ocean Club Golf Course?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full membership requires a $90,000 initiation fee, which is 50% refundable, along with $8,600 in annual dues and a $1,200 food and beverage minimum, all subject to 10% VAT.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_The_Bahamas_Golf_Classic_matter_for_Korn_Ferry_Tour_players\"><\/span>Why does The Bahamas Golf Classic matter for Korn Ferry Tour players?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the season-opening event, it awards 500 points to the winner, which counts toward the top 20 spots that earn PGA Tour cards at year&#8217;s end.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_amateurs_play_alongside_professionals_during_the_tournament\"><\/span>Can amateurs play alongside professionals during the tournament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, through Pro-Am entry packages priced at $5,250 with resort housing or $3,250 without accommodations.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Bahamas Golf Classic is the official season-opening event on the Korn Ferry Tour. 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