TSN golf analyst Graham DeLaet , a former PGA Tour champion from British Columbia, has offered an expert breakdown of the upcoming tournament at TPC Toronto in Osprey Valley. in a recent interview,DeLaet identified Brooks Koepka as the favorite, citing the American’s dramatically improved putting, and highlighted the growing strength of Canadian players such as Mackenzie Hughes, Adam Hadwin, and Nick Taylor.

The 13th Hole’s Angled Bunker: DeLaet’s Decisive Test for the Field

DeLaet singled out the Fairway Bunker Cluster on the 13th hole as a critical feature that will separate contenders from the pack, according to the interview. he explained that the angled approach shot required to navigate this obstacle demands precision off the tee and strategic thinking on the approach. The greens at TPC Toronto, he noted, are among the firmest he has encountered on the Canadian circuit, requiring a delicate touch on the putting surface.

Wind patterns that shift from north-east to south-west throughout the day will further complicate club selection and shot trajectory, DeLaet warned. This combination of hazards and weather means that even seasoned professionals will face an unusual degree of uncertainty, the report says.

Koepka’s 84% One-Putt Inside 10 Feet: A Short-Game Revival

DeLaet named Brooks Koepka as his tournament favourite, pointing to the former major champion’s recent work with a sports psychologist and a new putter model. As DeLaet reported, Koepka has recorded an 84-percent one-putt percentage inside 10 feet over his last two tour stops, a sign that his short game has reached a new level of consistency. The analyst emphasized that Koepka’s reduced three-putt average and higher conversion rate on short birdie opportunities make him especially dangerous on TPC Toronto’s demanding greens.

DeLaet also praised Koepka’s mental resilience, stating that the golfer’s ability to stay composed under pressure will likely prove decisive. The tournament’s Thursday-Saturday three-round stroke-play format, with a cut after 36 holes to the top 65 and ties, sets up a high-stakes environment where mental fortitude is as vital as technical skill.

Hughes, Hadwin, and Taylor: Canada’s Ranking Surge and the Gulf That Remains

DeLaet expressed optimism about Canadian golf, noting that players like Mackenzie Hughes, Adam Hadwin, and Nick Taylor have steadily climbed the world rankings over the past two seasons, according to the TSN interview.... He attributed this progress to increased investment in domestic training facilities and a stronger emphasis on sports science and mental conditioning within Canadian development programs. The Canadian Tour’s new partnership with the PGA Tour has also given emerging players more exposure to high-profile events abroad.

Yet DeLaet acknowledged that a gap still separaates Canadian golfes from the dominant forces of the United States and Europe. The open question remains whether any Canadian will break through for a top-10 finish at a major this season, or whether the next generation—still unproven on the biggest stages—can turn momentum into trophies. The source does not address how TPC Toronto’s tricky winds might specifically affect Canadian players, leaving that as a variable for live coverage to reveal.

TSN will broadcast the final round with a dedicated studio panel, and DeLaet himself will provide on-course commentary. He urged fans to watch the par-5 18th hole early in the final round, predicting a flurry of birdies that could reshape the leaderboard.