Wyndham Championship Tee Times: Your Guide to Friday’s Play at Sedgefield

Alright, let’s cut to the chase. The Wyndham Championship is in full swing, and Friday’s second round at Sedgefield Country Club in North Carolina is where things really start to get interesting. This is the final dance before the FedEx Cup playoffs, and some guys are playing for their damn careers. You don’t want to miss who’s teeing off when. We’ve got the full rundown for Friday, August 7th, so you can plan your day – whether you’re heading to the course or just glued to the TV.

The Pressure Cooker: Brooks Koepka’s Playoff Push

Let’s talk about Brooks Koepka. His first year back on the PGA Tour hasn’t exactly been a walk in the park. He’s sitting pretty at 86th in the FedEx Cup standings. That’s a long way from the top 70 needed to even sniff the first playoff event. He’s had some decent finishes, sure – a top-10, a handful of top-25s – but decent doesn’t cut it when your playoff hopes are on the line. This week in North Carolina, he absolutely needs something special. A win? Probably. Anything less and he might be looking at the FedEx Fall series, which, let’s be honest, is not where you want to be if you’re aiming for the top of the game.

Koepka’s schedule shifts on Friday. After starting on the back nine Thursday morning, he’s moved to the afternoon wave, kicking off his second round from the first tee. Keep an eye on him. He’ll be playing alongside Keegan Bradley and Bud Cauley. They tee off at 1:16 p.m. ET. That’s prime time for drama. You can bet the cameras will be all over that group. If he’s feeling the heat, it’s going to show. If he’s dialed in, he could make a serious move.

Catching the Action: Where and When to Watch

So, you want to follow the action? You’ve got options. For those who like their golf with a bit of polish, the second round of the 2026 Wyndham Championship will be broadcast on the Golf Channel from 3-6 p.m. ET. That’s your standard, solid coverage. But if you’re an early bird or want to catch every single shot from the featured groups, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ is your go-to. They’ll be streaming live starting at a ridiculously early 6:45 a.m. ET on Friday. Plus, they’ve got the special coverage of the groups and holes everyone’s talking about. Don’t sleep on that early coverage; sometimes the best golf happens when nobody’s watching.

Friday’s Tee Times: Hole by Hole Breakdown

Alright, enough preamble. Here are the full tee times and groupings for Friday’s second round at Sedgefield Country Club. Get your coffee ready, or your afternoon snacks, depending on when your favorite player is scheduled.

Tee No. 1

Things get started early from the first tee. Here’s who you need to know:

• 6:50 a.m. – Mackenzie Hughes, Andrew Putnam, Doug Ghim
• 7:01 a.m. – Matt Wallace, Keith Mitchell, Chandler Phillips
• 7:12 a.m. – Michael Kim, Patrick Rodgers, Max Greyserman
• 7:23 a.m. – Brandt Snedeker, Andrew Novak, Stephan Jaeger
• 7:34 a.m. – Jackson Koivun, Hideki Matsuyama, Sahith Theegala
• 7:45 a.m. – Ryan Gerard, Jason Day, Jordan Spieth
• 7:56 a.m. – Ben Griffin, Sepp Straka, Alex Smalley
• 8:07 a.m. – Patton Kizzire, Ryo Hisatsune, Max McGreevy
• 8:18 a.m. – Lee Hodges, Emiliano Grillo, Eric Cole
• 8:29 a.m. – Adrien Dumont de Chassart, Ben James, Christo Lamprecht
• 8:40 a.m. – Johnny Keefer, A.J. Ewart, Blades Brown
• 8:51 a.m. – Alejandro Tosti, Jimmy Stanger, Lorenzo Rodriguez (a)

Then there’s a break before the afternoon wave starts up. These guys are playing under the sun:

• 12:10 p.m. – Austin Eckroat, Matti Schmid, Jordan Smith
• 12:21 p.m. – Erik van Rooyen, Hank Lebioda
• 12:32 p.m. – Camilo Villegas, Adam Svensson, Kevin Roy
• 12:43 p.m. – Adam Schenk, Michael Brennan, Tony Finau
• 12:54 p.m. – Aldrich Potgieter, Joe Highsmith, Maverick McNealy
• 1:05 p.m. – Brian Campbell, Kevin Yu, Kevin Streelman
• 1:16 p.m. – Stefano Mazzoli, Ricky Castillo, Cam Davis
• 1:27 p.m. – Matt McCarty, Billy Horschel, Aaron Wise
• 1:38 p.m. – Beau Hossler, Christiaan Bezuidenhout, Ben Silverman
• 1:49 p.m. – Brice Garnett, David Lipsky, Ben Kohles
• 2:00 p.m. – Jackson Suber, Gordon Sargent, Luke Clanton
• 2:11 p.m. – Kristoffer Ventura, Hayden Springer, John Parry

Tee No. 10

The action also kicks off early from the tenth tee. More familiar faces and rising stars to keep an eye on:

• 6:50 a.m. – William McGirt, Dylan Wu, Rasmus Højgaard
• 7:01 a.m. – Taylor Moore, Vince Whaley, Danny Walker
• 7:12 a.m. – Rafael Campos, Matthieu Pavon, Chad Ramey
• 7:23 a.m. – Nico Echavarria, Nick Taylor, Chris Kirk
• 7:34 a.m. – William Mouw, Brian Harman, Davis Riley
• 7:45 a.m. – Harry Hall, Lucas Glover, Alex Noren
• 7:56 a.m. – Karl Vilips, Daniel Berger, Matt Kuchar
• 8:07 a.m. – Nick Dunlap, C.T. Pan, Mark Hubbard
• 8:18 a.m. – Peter Malnati, Seamus Power, Joel Dahmen
• 8:29 a.m. – Haotong Li, Chandler Blanchet, Neal Shipley
• 8:40 a.m. – Jesper Svensson, Zach Bauchou, Adrien Saddier
• 8:51 a.m. – Patrick Fishburn, Jeffrey Kang, Kihei Akina (a)
• 9:02 a.m. – Trace Crowe, Kensei Hirata, Cooper Hrabak

And here are the afternoon starters from the tenth tee. This is where you’ll find some of the big names making their move:

• 12:10 p.m. – Austin Smotherman, Thorbjørn Olesen, Takumi Kanaya
• 12:21 p.m. – Luke List, Tom Hoge, Mac Meissner
• 12:32 p.m. – Denny McCarthy, Sam Stevens, Rico Hoey
• 12:43 p.m. – Steven Fisk, Harris English, Taylor Pendrith
• 12:54 p.m. – Davis Thompson, Sungjae Im, Webb Simpson
• 1:05 p.m. – Cameron Young, Alex Fitzpatrick, Justin Thomas
• 1:16 p.m. – Bud Cauley, Keegan Bradley, Brooks Koepka
• 1:27 p.m. – Tom Kim, J.T. Poston, Aaron Rai
• 1:38 p.m. – Lanto Griffin, Zac Blair, Justin Lower
• 1:49 p.m. – Marco Penge, Davis Chatfield, Marcelo Rozo
• 2:00 p.m. – Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, John VanDerLaan, Keenan Huskey
• 2:11 p.m. – Zecheng Dou, Pontus Nyholm, Tyler Collet

The Stakes Are High: Why Every Shot Counts

This isn’t just another tournament. For many of these players, the Wyndham Championship is the last chance saloon. The FedEx Cup playoffs are a whole different beast, a chance to compete for millions and cement your legacy. Falling short here means a long, potentially disappointing wait until the next season or the less glamorous FedEx Fall events. You’ll see guys playing with a mix of desperation and pure focus. Some will thrive under the pressure, delivering career-defining rounds. Others… well, they might just fold like a cheap suit.

Think about the players on the bubble, those just outside the top 70. Every birdie is a step closer to the promised land, every bogey a stumble towards disappointment. This dynamic adds a layer of intensity that you just don’t get in a regular PGA Tour event. It’s survival of the fittest, with a leaderboard that’s constantly shifting. Keep an eye on those who usually fly under the radar; this is their chance to shine.

Sedgefield’s Challenge: What to Expect on Friday

Sedgefield Country Club is a classic Donald Ross design, and it’s not going to give up low scores easily. It’s known for its undulating greens and strategic bunkering. On Friday, with the course likely playing firm and fast after Thursday’s play, accuracy off the tee will be crucial. Missing the fairways can leave you with some awkward lies and difficult approaches into greens that demand precision. We’ll see players trying to manage the course, picking their spots, and avoiding the big numbers that can derail a round – and a season.

The weather can also play a role. While August in North Carolina can be hot and humid, unexpected wind or a passing shower can always add another variable. Players will need to be adaptable and ready to adjust their game plan on the fly. This is where experience often counts, knowing how to play when conditions aren’t perfect. For a deeper dive into the Sedgefield layout and strategies, you can always check out resources like PGA Tour’s course information , though remember to always check the most up-to-date details for the current year’s event.

Final Thoughts on Friday’s Play

So there you have it. Your complete guide to Friday’s action at the Wyndham Championship. Whether you’re tracking a favorite, looking for the next big thing, or just enjoying the drama of a tournament on the brink, Friday’s tee times are your map. Don’t miss the pivotal round that will shape the weekend and determine who moves on to the FedEx Cup playoffs. It’s going to be a wild one.