Open
Connecticut OpenConnecticut Open Championship
Country Club of Fairfield • Fairfield, CT
Jul 27 — 29, 2026Men
Past Champions & Results
9 years on record · 2017–20252025 Champion
Portugal, Jake
+271-70-68 (209)
Runner-upMcCarthy, Thomas · 212
2025 Results
WinnerPortugal, Jake71-70-68 (209)
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About the tournament
Named for Connecticut Golf Hall of Fame member (1997) and former CSGA Executive Director (1986-1995) who bears the same name, the Russell C. Palmer Cup is the Connecticut stroke play championship. A few of Palmer’s numerous accomplishments include establishing the use of GHIN throughout CSGA member clubs and initiating the construction of the Conn. Golf House which houses the CSGA and Conn. Section PGA.
Tournament Facts
FormatStroke Play
CategoryMen
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