The Bank of Utah Championship returns to Black Desert for the PGA Tour's fall run

The PGA Tour returns to Black Desert Resort in Ivins, Utah, this week for the Bank of Utah Championship. The Oct. 1-4 tournament follows the Presidents Cup on the calendar, with Michael Brennan returning as defending champion.

The course plays to par 71 at 7,421 yards, according to the PGA Tour’s event information. The tournament offers a $6 million purse and 500 FedExCup points. Tom Weiskopf designed Black Desert, whose desert setting makes it a distinct stop on the Tour’s fall schedule.

GolfWRX has begun its on-site coverage with a gallery from the championship. Its post offers an early look at tournament week before the opening round on Thursday.

Golf Channel included the event in its weekly viewing guide, alongside the week’s other golf broadcasts. Fans following the transition from team competition at Medinah back to individual tournament play can use that guide for viewing details.

The PGA Tour’s tournament page and official media guide provide the event’s course and competition information. Play begins Oct. 1, with the final round scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 4.