The Butterfield Bermuda Championship returns to its idyllic fall slot this year, running November 13-16 on the scenic shores of Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton, Bermuda. Though the setting may feel breezy and exotic, the path for players into the field is anything but casual–the tournament represents one of the richer opportunities in the PGA Tour’s fall segment.
This event, nestled in the FedEx Cup Fall schedule, gives players ranked outside the upper echelon a chance to make noise, pick up points, secure status and reclaim momentum heading into the next season. With a full-field, full-points status this year, the stakes are higher than ever.
How the Field Was Built: Priority and Exemptions
Behind the scenes, qualifying for this event is anchored in the Tour’s Priority Ranking system and a variety of exemption categories. According to the official “Inside the Field” guide, the PGA Tour uses a structured method to determine who enters: priority list status, past winners, career money exemptions, sponsor exemptions, and more.
Here are the major routes through which players locked into the 2025 field:
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Recent tournament winners (of the Bermuda Championship or others) received automatic entry.
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Career money exemptions provided spots to players who have long-term status or high money list finishes.
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Top performers in the prior year’s FedEx Cup standings or within a certain slice of the fall category earned entry.
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Sponsor exemptions allowed select players (including local or international invitees) to join the field.
With these paths working in concert, the tournament assembled a mix of rising stars, veterans trying to regain form, and players with something to prove, creating both depth and intrigue.
Key Names and Wildcards to Watch
Some of the entrants came via the more predictable routes: past winners, players who spotted value through career money exemptions, or those climbing the fall category. Others were less expected–perhaps a sponsor exemption or regional invite who now gets a big stage.
Here are several standout players in the 2025 field, spanning past winners, status contenders and intriguing exemptions:
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Lucas Glover – major championship winner now taking aim at fall momentum.
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Nick Taylor – multiple PGA Tour winner who adds stability to the field.
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Brandt Snedeker – longtime Tour hand with wins and veteran savvy.
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Kevin Kisner – another strong name with multiple wins on Tour.
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Daniel Berger – multiple PGA Tour winner still looking to make his mark in this part of the schedule.
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Seamus Power – former Bermuda champ who knows the course and setting.
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Brendon Todd – earlier Bermuda champ, offering a “been-there” presence.
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Nico Echavarria – a name on the rise; adds youthful intrigue.
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Camilo Villegas – past Bermuda champion; familiarity with course helps.
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Justin Hastings – received a sponsor exemption for 2025; one to watch as a wildcard entry.
Opportunity in Paradise
In a tournament set against the tranquil backdrop of Bermuda’s turquoise waters and coastal cliffs, the competitive fire may feel detached from bustle, but make no mistake, the fight to get into and succeed in this field is fierce.
For players, earning a spot at Port Royal means gaining access to a stage where everything (status, momentum, recognition) is available. For the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, it means a compelling week of golf filled with stories of redemption, breakthrough and opportunity. As the lights go on Thursday, the field will reflect not just the names on the roster but the diverse ways they earned their place.
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