Rickie Fowler is gearing up to make his return to the golf course, after taking time off to welcome his second child, daughter Nellie, with wife Allison in August. The 35-year-old golfer has signed up to play at the upcoming Sanderson Farms Championship in Jackson, Mississippi, at The Country Club of Jackson. This will be Fowler’s first time participating in the event that features a unique rooster-themed trophy.
Fowler, who is currently ranked No. 68 in the world, took a break from competition following his last PGA Tour event at the British Open in July. He missed out on the FedEx Cup Playoffs by failing to finish in the top 70, due to skipping the 3M Open and the Wyndham Championship while on paternity leave. Despite being exempt for next season based on his victory at the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic, Fowler needs to improve his standing in the FedEx Cup Fall to qualify for high-profile events.
The Sanderson Farms Championship will feature notable players such as Eric Cole and Nick Dunlap, who finished in the top 50 in the regular season point standings and are already exempt into signature events for the upcoming season. Past major winners like Lucas Glover, Zach Johnson, and Gary Woodland will also be competing in the tournament. Additionally, former champions of the Sanderson Farms Championship, including Mackenzie Hughes and Peter Malnati, will be part of the field.
The tournament is set to kick off on Oct. 3rd, providing golf fans with the opportunity to see Fowler and other talented players in action. Fowler is determined to bounce back from a challenging season that saw him struggle to secure top-10 finishes in his 20 starts. With his exemption for the upcoming season secured, Fowler will need to perform well in the FedEx Cup Fall to boost his rankings and secure his spot in prestigious events on the tour.
As Fowler prepares to make his return to competitive golf, fans are eager to see if he can recapture the form that led to his sixth career Tour title in 2023. With a renewed focus and determination, Fowler will aim to climb the rankings and contend for victories in the upcoming season. The Sanderson Farms Championship presents an opportunity for Fowler to kickstart his campaign and build momentum for a successful run in the FedEx Cup Fall.
