Key takeaways
- Ricky Castillo won the 2026 Puerto Rico Open at 17-under for his first PGA Tour title.
- It is played in early March at Grand Reserve in Río Grande: purse $4 million, $720,000 to the winner.
- You can play the same course outside tournament week as a resort guest or visitor.
The Puerto Rico Open is the PGA Tour’s Caribbean stop, played in early March at Grand Reserve Golf Club in Río Grande. It has been held at this property since 2008, when it was the Coco Beach course (later marketed as Trump International). The 2026 edition was played March 5–8, 2026.
Tournament facts (2026 edition)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dates | March 5–8, 2026 (72-hole stroke play) |
| Course | Grand Reserve Golf Club, Championship Course (Tom Kite, 2006) |
| Par / length | Par 72, about 7,506 yards for the event |
| Field | 120 players; cut to top 65 and ties after 36 holes |
| Purse | $4,000,000 total; $720,000 to the winner |
| FedEx Cup points | 300 to the winner |
| Event type | Alternate-field event; winner earns a two-year PGA Tour exemption and a spot in the PGA Championship, but no Masters invitation |
| Course set-up | Paspalum greens, fairways and rough; 56 bunkers; water in play on 13 holes |
| Winner (2026) | Ricky Castillo, –17 (271), his first PGA Tour title |
| Recent champions | Karl Vilips (2025, –26) · Brice Garnett (2024) |
Why the course suits tournament golf
Grand Reserve is wide and open with large greens, so scoring can be low when the breeze drops. Wind is the main defense, along with water on most holes. Beyond the Tour, the club has hosted the U.S. Women’s Amateur Four-Ball (2022, the first USGA championship held outside the mainland U.S.) and the Latin America Amateur Championship (2023).
Play the same course
Outside tournament week, Grand Reserve accepts resort guests and public play; reported fees are about $200 or more with cart. Stay next door at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve, or at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar or the Four Seasons nearby. Full details: Grand Reserve course guide.
Watching the tournament
The tournament is typically played in early March. Dates and ticket information for the next edition are published on pgatour.com; check there before booking flights. Book hotels early, since March is peak season. See best time to golf in Puerto Rico.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Puerto Rico Open in 2026?
Ricky Castillo won the 2026 Puerto Rico Open at 17-under par (271) for his first PGA Tour victory.
Where is the Puerto Rico Open played?
At Grand Reserve Golf Club in Río Grande, Puerto Rico, on the Championship Course designed by Tom Kite.
When is the Puerto Rico Open?
It is held in early March; the 2026 event ran March 5–8. Check pgatour.com for next year’s dates.
What is the prize money at the Puerto Rico Open?
The 2026 purse was $4,000,000, with $720,000 going to the winner and 300 FedEx Cup points.
Can I play the Puerto Rico Open course?
Yes. Outside tournament week, Grand Reserve accepts resort guests and public play; book in advance.
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