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The Watson Challenge

Schedule
CourseShoal Creek Golf CourseLocationKansas City, MODatesJun 24 — 26, 2026CategoryPro • Men

About the tournament

The Watson Challenge, founded in 2007, is the vision of Tom Watson who came to the Kansas City Golf Association with the purpose of determining the best player in the greater Kansas City golf community while raising money for area charities. The Watson Challenge has a field of 48 players, which is comprised of the best professionals and amateurs living in the greater Kansas City golf community.

Tournament Facts

FormatStroke Play
CategoryProMen

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Past Champions & Results

18 years on record · 2007–2025

2025 Results

WinnerGeorge Clarke71-65-68 (204)

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