Russell Henley delivered a thrilling finish at the Charles Schwab Classic, birdieing the final three holes to force a playoff against Eric Cole. Henley then clinched victory with a five-footer on the first extra hole, marking his sixth PGA Tour title and earning him $1.78 million and a customized 1982 Jeep Scrambler.

Henley's late charge denied Cole, also 37, his first PGA Tour victory, as he finished with an even-par 70. Despite leading throughout the final round, Cole faltered with a double bogey on the ninth hole, ending his hopes of winning.

Key highlights include:

• Henley shot a closing three-under 67, finishing at 12 under.
• He made crucial putts of 15 feet at the 16th and 17th holes, and a 17-footer at the 18th to force the playoff.
• Cole did not manage to birdie any holes during the playoff, missing a chance from 13 feet.

Henley expressed his determination, stating, "I just kept telling myself, I want to win… I want to be hitting these putts and be in contention."

Cole, in his 120th PGA Tour start, reflected on his performance, saying, "I was proud with the way I played... I just needed to shave a shot somewhere."

Defending champion Ben Griffin, who started the day six strokes back, finished tied for third with a 65, alongside Alex Smalley and Mac Meissner. Henley’s comeback and playoff victory at Colonial will be remembered as a testament to his resilience and skill on the course.